Cost of Living in Barre, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
126.9
100 = national avg
+26.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,840
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$131,984
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing190.7
Food92.5
Transportation85.0
Healthcare94.0
Utilities113.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,410
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,749
per month
The overall cost of living index in Barre is 126.9, which is 26.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 190.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,840 per year to cover basic expenses.