Cost of Living in Arlington, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
224.1
100 = national avg
+124.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$98,623
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$233,108
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing323.8
Food158.1
Transportation147.0
Healthcare146.5
Utilities179.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,476
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,941
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arlington is 224.1, which is 124.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 323.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $98,623 per year to cover basic expenses.