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South Burlington, VT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
$80/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.75% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in South Burlington is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a growing number of condos and apartments. Prices have risen in recent years due to the area’s popularity. Rentals are also in high demand, especially near the city center and major employers.
Cost of Living
118
+10% above national average
105
94
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.75% |
| <p>State 6% + No County tax + No City tax</p> | |
Vermont has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 3.35% to 8.95%
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The public transit system in South Burlington is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and a growing network of bike lanes and sidewalks
- Shelburne Museum
- ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
- Burlington Bike Path
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📰 Live Local News
South Burlington has regulations regarding zoning, noise ordinances, and environmental protection
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 South Burlington — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in South Burlington fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. Residents can expect to pay around 20-30% more for utilities during the peak summer and winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 05403 has a property tax millage rate of 1.75, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 8/10: South Burlington has good sidewalk quality, ample park access, and relatively easy elevator access in transit, making it a stroller-friendly city, although some areas have limited bike lanes and crosswalks
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