Bennington, VT home prices
Typical home $374,597 · +0.9% in a year · income needed $116,300
The Bennington, VT metro area ranks 185 of 894 U.S. metros for home values (U.S. typical home: $366,157). Prices changed +0.9% in a year and +15.0% over five years. With 20% down at 7.11%, the typical home costs about $2,714 a month including 1.64% property tax (Bennington County rate).
Mortgage on the typical Bennington home
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $74,919 | $299,677 | $2,016 | $0 | $698 | $2,714 | $116,300 |
| 10% down | $37,460 | $337,137 | $2,268 | $140 | $698 | $3,107 | $133,100 |
| 5% down | $18,730 | $355,867 | $2,394 | $148 | $698 | $3,240 | $138,900 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $13,111 | $367,812 | $2,474 | $166 | $698 | $3,338 | $143,100 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 1.64% of the home value a year, homeowners insurance of 0.6% a year, PMI of 0.5% of the loan a year when the down payment is under 20%, and FHA mortgage insurance of 0.55% a year plus a 1.75% upfront premium added to the loan. Your rate, taxes and insurance will differ.
Counties in the Bennington area
| County | Typical home | 1-yr change | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennington County, VT | $374,684 | +0.9% | 1.64% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Bennington?
The typical home in the Bennington, VT metro area is worth $374,597 (Zillow, September 2026).
What salary do you need to buy a house in Bennington?
About $116,300 a year for the typical home with 20% down at 7.11%.