Cost of Living in West Brattleboro, VT

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5%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
8%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index West Brattleboro Vermont National
Cost of living105108100
Groceries106107100
Health care112105100
Housing92114100
Transportation111106100
Utilities116106100
Lifestyle & Entertainment111105100
Household Items106103100
Education & Childcare118103100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in West Brattleboro is 3% lower than the Vermont average
  • The cost of living in West Brattleboro is 5% higher than the national average
  • West Brattleboro housing is 8% lower than the national average
  • Vermont general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Vermont state income tax is 29% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$63,118$5,260$1,473$1,894
      Renters$27,354$2,280$638$821

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      Vermont 6% 7%

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      Vermont 3.35% 8.75%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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