Cost of Living in Stamford, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.2
100 = national avg
+43.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,993
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,893
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing173.8
Food117.8
Transportation135.7
Healthcare114.3
Utilities125.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,142
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,297
per month
The overall cost of living index in Stamford is 143.2, which is 43.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 173.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,993 per year to cover basic expenses.