What it actually costs to live in
Essex County, VT.
Living wage breakdown for Essex County, Vermont — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $19.06 | $39,643 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $29.38 | $61,116 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $39.15 | $81,434 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $48.71 | $101,326 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $25.31 | $52,651 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $35.83 | $74,522 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $45.25 | $94,128 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $54.47 | $113,299 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $12,864 | $1,072 |
| Food | $4,911 | $409 |
| Medical | $3,799 | $317 |
| Transportation | $5,680 | $473 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,321 | $193 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,932 | $244 |
| Taxes | $7,136 | $595 |
| Total | $39,643 | $3,304 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$19.06/hr
Minimum wage$14.01/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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