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Rutland, Vermont

A freak show at the Rutland Fair in Rutland, Vermont.
Overall fit
Strong3.6 / 5
Care access
Good
Safety
Good3.0 / 5
Climate
Moderate2.5 / 5
Daily life
3.3 / 5 · Good

Is Rutland a good place to retire?

There is enough here to deserve a closer look. Take a closer look at how the seasons may feel day to day.

What it may cost

Start with the local estimate. Traveler and couple budgets show how the monthly total can change.

Local monthly estimate

$3,008

Traveler estimate
$4,182
Couple estimate
$4,515
Typical 1BR rent
$906
Cost pressure
Good
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Everyday life

Nearby air service can make family visits simpler. A large 50+ community may make it easier to find peers.

48.9%

Residents age 50+

Walkability
Good

3.3 / 5

Many everyday errands may be manageable on foot.

Median broadband
408 Mbps

Plenty for video calls and streaming.

Family visits
Airport connected visit
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Getting the care you need

The care picture looks good as a starting point. Country-level life expectancy is about 78.9 years.

1

Hospitals nearby

Healthcare access
Good
Country life expectancy
About 78.9 years
Primary care
Good
Pharmacy access
Very Good
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Understanding safety

Violent crime looks better; property crime is the part to examine more closely.

Overall safety

Good

3.0 / 5

Violent crime
Good
Property crime
Moderate
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Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall climate comfort

Moderate2.5 / 5

Summer

76°F

Average high

1 day/year above 90°F

4.8 / 5 · Excellent

Winter

14°F

Average low

159 days/year below freezing

1 / 5 · Poor

Air quality

Excellent

4.9 / 5

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Retirement fit

Why it may fit

A move feels more comfortable when care, costs, seasons, and the places you go each day work together.

Reasons it may fit

  • Healthcare access is rated good.
  • 1 hospitals within 12 km are nearby.
  • Primary care access is rated good.

What to plan for

  • The local monthly estimate is $3,008, including a typical 1BR rent of $906.
  • Summer comfort is rated excellent; the average summer high is Mild · 76°F and 1 day/year are above 90°F.
  • Review both crime measures: Good for violent crime and Moderate for property crime.

Questions retirees ask

What should I budget for retirement in Rutland?

The current local-resident estimate is $3,008 per month, with a typical 1BR rent of $906. Treat it as a planning starting point and compare the detailed cost categories with your own housing, travel, and healthcare needs.

How is healthcare access in Rutland?

Healthcare access is rated good, with 1 hospitals within 12 km nearby. Primary care access is rated good. Insurance, appointment availability, and the drive from home still matter.

What are the seasons like in Rutland?

Summer comfort is excellent, with an average high of Mild · 76°F and 1 day/year above 90°F. Winter comfort is poor, with an average low of 14°F / -10°C.

Could this place work for you?

People who value an established 50+ community and getting around on foot may find a lot to like here. Before adding it to your shortlist, take a closer look at property crime.

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