Cost of Living in South Burlington, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
155.8
100 = national avg
+55.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,567
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$162,067
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing211.3
Food124.3
Transportation102.2
Healthcare119.5
Utilities136.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,651
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,140
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Burlington is 155.8, which is 55.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 211.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,567 per year to cover basic expenses.