Cost of Living in Swanton, VT

With a cost of living index of 83, Swanton, VT is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 17% cheaper than the national average and 8% below the Vermont state average of 92. Swanton is a small community of 2,732 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Swanton's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,021 (23% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $210,000 (31% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.9x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Swanton is $71,307, which is 5% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Burlington-South Burlington, VT (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.