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Cost of living in Chittenden County, VT

Part of the Burlington Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,403/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 168,831 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,312 39%
Federal tax $604 18%
Healthcare $480 14%
Groceries $362 11%
Transport $250 7%
Energy $205 6%
State tax $135 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Chittenden County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,178
per month
1 bedroom
$1,312
per month
2 bedroom
$1,670
per month
3 bedroom
$2,007
per month
4 bedroom
$2,032
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Chittenden County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$94,310
per year
Individual earnings
$46,990
per year
Per capita
$50,552
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Chittenden County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$404,500
Annual property tax
$6,527

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Chittenden County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$117
per month · 21.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$88
per month
Annual total
$2,460
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Chittenden County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.3%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Chittenden County

State and local tax rates for Vermont.

State income tax
8.8%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Chittenden County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.7 min
Drive alone
63.9%
Public transit
2.0%
Work from home
17.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Chittenden County

What it costs to live in Chittenden County each month.

Single person
$3,403
per month
  • Rent $1,312
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $362
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $604
  • State tax $135
Couple
$5,405
per month
  • Rent $1,670
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $600
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,214
  • State tax $396
Family
$7,910
per month
  • Rent $2,007
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $910
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,214
  • State tax $396

Frequently asked questions about Chittenden County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Chittenden County?

In Chittenden County, VT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,312 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,670 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,007 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Chittenden County?

In Chittenden County, VT, the average household income is $94,310 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,990 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Chittenden County?

The estimated cost of living in Chittenden County, VT is approximately $3,403 per month for a single person, $5,405 for a couple, $7,910 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Chittenden County?

The combined sales tax rate in Chittenden County, VT is 6.24%, which includes the Vermont state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.24%.

Is Chittenden County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Chittenden County, VT would need approximately $3,403 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $94,310 per year ($7,859 per month). Chittenden County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Chittenden County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Chittenden County, VT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Chittenden County?

The average home value in Chittenden County, VT is $404,500, with average annual property taxes of $6,527, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Chittenden County compare to other areas?

You can compare Chittenden County, VT with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Chittenden County is in the Burlington-South Burlington, VT metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources