Cost of Living in Windsor County, Vermont

$1,089/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$267,400

Median Home Value

3% below state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,089/mo

3% below state average

Median Home Value

$267,400

5% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

27.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Windsor County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Windsor County$1,089/mo

Vermont Average$1,117/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,089/mo

Median Gross Rent

$267,400

Median Home Value

$1,285/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

27.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Windsor County, Vermont

Windsor County just below national comfort zone

Windsor County renters spend 17.4% of income on housing, running slightly below the national median and Vermont's 17.8% state average. With a median household income of $75,247—marginally above the national figure of $74,755—residents enjoy near-national-average financial stability.

Solid middle ground in Vermont

Windsor County's 17.4% rent-to-income ratio places it in the healthy middle tier of Vermont counties, neither strained nor exceptionally affordable. It ranks as one of the more balanced options for renters seeking reliability without dramatic cost-of-living surprises.

Competitive pricing in central Vermont

Windsor's $1,089 median rent is $28 above state average and $192 more expensive than Orleans County's bargain rents. However, homeowners pay $1,285 monthly—lower than Washington County's $1,470 but higher than Orleans County's $1,140, reflecting its position as a central-Vermont hub.

Well-balanced housing-to-income ratio

Renters allocate $1,089 monthly from a $75,247 income, while homeowners carry $1,285 in costs, representing roughly 17–20% of household earnings. This leaves Windsor County households with solid discretionary income and financial resilience.

A reliable choice for Vermont newcomers

Windsor County offers genuine New England character and balanced affordability; it's ideal for those seeking Vermont's appeal without the price tags of Washington County or the affordability stretch of Windham. Consider it if you want walkable town centers, good schools, and genuine financial breathing room.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Windsor County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

17.4%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,756

per month

Owner Cost Burden

20.5%

of gross income

The median home in Windsor County may be a stretch

Median home value is $267,400. Estimated monthly cost: $2,135 vs. your max of $1,756.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio17.4%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Windsor County, Vermont?

Windsor County, Vermont has a median monthly rent of $1,089/mo and a median home value of $267,400. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 27.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Windsor County?

The median gross rent in Windsor County is $1,089/mo. This is 3% below state average for Vermont.

Is Windsor County affordable?

Windsor County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 27.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Windsor County's rent compare to the state average?

Windsor County's median rent of $1,089/mo is 3% below state average of $1,117/mo for Vermont.

What is the median home value in Windsor County?

The median home value in Windsor County, Vermont is $267,400. This is 5% below the national median home value of $281,900.