Essex Junction, VT vs St. Albans, VT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. St. Albans is 21% cheaper than Essex Junction. With a cost index of 91 vs 110, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from St. Albans to Essex Junction should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Essex Junction is $1,439/month compared to $1,166/month in St. Albans — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Albans is more affordable at $245,600 median vs $376,800.

Median household income in Essex Junction is $94,423 compared to $53,370 in St. Albans (+76.9%). While Essex Junction is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Essex Junction spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, less than the 26.2% in St. Albans.