Cost of Living in Waitsfield, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
127.7
100 = national avg
+27.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,187
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,806
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing252.7
Food67.6
Transportation35.3
Healthcare74.1
Utilities111.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,129
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,482
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waitsfield is 127.7, which is 27.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 252.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,187 per year to cover basic expenses.