Bennington, VT vs Rutland, VT

Rutland is moderately more affordable than Bennington, with a 6.8% lower cost of living index. Bennington scores 84 compared to 78 for Rutland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bennington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bennington is $1,095/month compared to $942/month in Rutland — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rutland is more affordable at $176,400 median vs $185,100.

Median household income in Bennington is $53,839 compared to $55,000 in Rutland (-2.1%). Rutland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bennington spend roughly 24.4% of their income on rent, more than the 20.6% in Rutland.