Can A Physical Therapist Afford Rent in South Burlington, VT?
Stretched but workable — rent takes 33% of gross income.
South Burlington rent: June 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (Vermont state estimate).
About rent and a physical therapist salary
Physical therapist pay covers comfortable rent across most US metros. At the national-average PT salary, the 30% rule supports about $2,493 a month in rent, which is above the median in most cities tracked here.
Cheaper rent nearby
These Vermont cities have lower median rent than South Burlington, which improves the affordability math on a physical therapist salary:
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View full rent data for South Burlington, VT →Frequently asked questions
Can a physical therapist afford rent in South Burlington, VT?
Median rent in South Burlington is $2,663 a month. A typical physical therapist in Vermont earns about $96,719 a year, which makes that rent 33% of gross monthly income. Under the 30% rule, the answer is no — rent exceeds the 30% threshold.
How much rent can a physical therapist afford in South Burlington?
Using the 30% rule, a physical therapist salary in Vermont (~$96,719/yr) supports up to $2,418 a month in rent. South Burlington's current median rent is $2,663/mo, which is $245/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a physical therapist work to cover rent in South Burlington?
At an hourly equivalent of about $46 an hour, a physical therapist in Vermont works roughly 57.3 hours a month to cover South Burlington's median rent of $2,663.
Where is rent cheaper than South Burlington for a physical therapist?
Nearby Vermont cities with lower median rent include Colchester ($2,420/mo), Colchester ($2,292/mo), Hartford ($2,225/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a physical therapist salary.