Cost of Living in Townshend, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.4
100 = national avg
+4.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,949
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,607
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.1
Food79.3
Transportation131.8
Healthcare83.4
Utilities94.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,161
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,423
per month
The overall cost of living index in Townshend is 104.4, which is 4.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,949 per year to cover basic expenses.