Cost of Living in Amherst Town, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
144.9
100 = national avg
+44.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,756
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$150,697
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing220.4
Food100.4
Transportation100.8
Healthcare100.3
Utilities124.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,580
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,004
per month
The overall cost of living index in Amherst Town is 144.9, which is 44.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 220.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,756 per year to cover basic expenses.