Cost of Living in Bellingham, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.7
100 = national avg
+57.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,407
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$164,053
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing213.2
Food117.8
Transportation135.6
Healthcare114.3
Utilities133.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,761
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,311
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bellingham is 157.7, which is 57.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 213.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,407 per year to cover basic expenses.