Fairfax, VT Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Fairfax, Vermont?
$6,000 / month
for a family, 11.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $72,000 for the year for a family.
$4,200 / month
for a single person, 11.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $50,400 for the year for a single person.

Fairfax cost of living score
98.4
Less expensive
1.6% lower
than the US average
2.4% lower
than the Vermont average
Fairfax, Vermont gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 98.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 1.6% lower than the U.S. average and 2.4% lower than the average for Vermont.

Fairfax, VT

Housing costs in Fairfax?
A typical home costs $375,300, which is 11.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 8.9% more expensive than the average Vermont home, at $344,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fairfax costs $1,640 per month, which is 14.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 21.3% more than the state average of $1,290.

Can I afford Fairfax?
To live comfortably in Fairfax, Vermont, a minimum annual income of $72,000 for a family, and $50,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fairfax?
The cost of living in Fairfax, VT is slightly higher than the national average due to its rural location and relative economic isolation. The median home cost in the area is around $230,000 which is about 20 percent higher than the national average. Basic necessities like groceries, utilities, and transportation are all on-par with most other areas of the country. However, overall prices tend to be a bit more expensive than some other locations due to the lack of competition for goods and services. Despite this, Fairfax remains an affordable place to live with plenty of activities and amenities available for residents.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock100.8100.0
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    Unlock$344,600$338,100
  119.2  Unlock100.0
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   100=National Average

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