Cost of Living: Massachusetts vs Vermont
Quick answer
Vermont is cheaper for a single adult by about $1,138/month, mainly driven by rent.
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What this means in real life
The big differences between Massachusetts and Vermont come down to rent and tax. Groceries, transport, and utilities are usually within 10–15%; housing can swing the total by hundreds of dollars per month.
Massachusetts
Housing (rent + insurance)
$2,300
48%
Transportation
$624
13%
Groceries
$546
11%
Utilities & internet
$254
5%
Healthcare
$416
9%
Entertainment & dining
$286
6%
Misc & personal
$364
8%
Total: $4,790/mo
Vermont
Housing (rent + insurance)
$1,450
40%
Transportation
$552
15%
Groceries
$483
13%
Utilities & internet
$224
6%
Healthcare
$368
10%
Entertainment & dining
$253
7%
Misc & personal
$322
9%
Total: $3,652/mo
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These estimates are approximate and may vary by city, taxes, rent, family size, and personal spending. Use them as a starting point, not a substitute for personalised financial or tax advice.