Rutland, VT vs St. Johnsbury, VT

Rutland, VT and St. Johnsbury, VT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.7% difference in their overall index. Rutland scores 78 while St. Johnsbury scores 76 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Rutland is $942/month compared to $887/month in St. Johnsbury — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Johnsbury is more affordable at $171,900 median vs $176,400.

Median household income in Rutland is $55,000 compared to $49,033 in St. Johnsbury (+12.2%). While Rutland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Rutland spend roughly 20.6% of their income on rent, less than the 21.7% in St. Johnsbury.