Ludlow, VT vs Williamstown, VT

Ludlow is moderately more affordable than Williamstown, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Ludlow scores 89 compared to 103 for Williamstown, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Williamstown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ludlow is $1,029/month compared to $1,732/month in Williamstown — a 41% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ludlow has cheaper rent, Williamstown actually has lower median home values ($182,200 vs $278,300).

Median household income in Ludlow is $53,654 compared to $90,938 in Williamstown (-41%). While Williamstown is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ludlow spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 22.9% in Williamstown.