Cost of Living in Brockton, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.5
100 = national avg
+42.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,695
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,187
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing189.3
Food108.9
Transportation127.9
Healthcare107.1
Utilities123.2
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 Brockton is 142.5, which is 42.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 189.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,695 per year to cover basic expenses.