Cost of Living in Hartland, VT

Population 3,462 · Vermont · Data vintage 2023

105
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Under 25,000 residents gives Hartland a small-town character that shows up in every data point below — from the commute patterns to the rental inventory. A typical home runs $331,000. Unemployment has stayed elevated relative to the national figure — 6.3% as of the most recent ACS release — which shows up in household-income and poverty figures as well.

Geographically, Hartland is about 65 miles northwest of Manchester, the nearest large metro. Housing prices track closely with Manchester's $336,000 median.

Cost Overview

Housing 109
Rent 99

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Hartland

The median home value in Hartland is $331,100 — 9% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,305/month, 1% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $97,526/year is 31% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 6.3%, above the national average of 4.8%. Vermont's top state income tax rate is 8.8% and the combined sales tax is 6.2%. The climate averages highs of 57.5°F and lows of 34.6°F. Overall, Hartland has a cost of living index of 105 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 5% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$331,100
9% above avg
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
1% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
21.1x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
1.9%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$1,124
1 BR
$1,127
2 BR
$1,301
3 BR
$1,692
4 BR
$1,740
Owner-occupied 90.4%
Renter-occupied 9.6%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,305
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,919/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
23.6 min
13% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
11.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
74.8%
Carpooled
11.3%
Walked
2.6%
Work from home
11.3%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 8.8%
Total Sales Tax 6.2%
State rate 6.0%
Avg local rate 0.2%
Property Tax 1.9%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$97,526
31% above avg
Per Capita Income
$49,262
Unemployment Rate
6.3%
32% above avg
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Labor Force Participation
55.3%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 16.9%
Graduate degree 17.9%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 54.8
Male median age 53.3
Female median age 56.6

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
57.5°F
Avg Low
34.6°F
Annual Precip
38.1"
23° 45° 68° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 303443577078838173604736
Low °F 91121324452585649372818
Precip" 2.292.102.702.993.323.803.993.623.444.002.982.84

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Hartland, VT?

Hartland has a cost index of 105 (100 = national average). It is 5% above the national average.

What is average rent in Hartland, VT?

The median gross rent in Hartland is $1,305 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Hartland?

The median home value in Hartland is $331,100 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Hartland?

The median household income in Hartland is $97,526 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Hartland, VT?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Hartland is 6.2%. The Vermont state income tax top rate is 8.8%.

Is Hartland, VT affordable?

Hartland is near the national average in terms of cost of living, with an index of 105 (100 = US average).

What is the weather like in Hartland?

Hartland has average high temperatures of 57.5°F and average lows of 34.6°F. Annual precipitation is 38.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Hartland at a Glance

Population
3,462
Median Income
$97,526
Home Value
$331,100
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Unemployment
6.3%
Avg High Temp
57.5°F
Sales Tax
6.2%
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