Cost of Living in Brookfield, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.7
100 = national avg
+17.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,800
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$122,437
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing145.4
Food101.0
Transportation102.1
Healthcare100.8
Utilities109.7
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 Brookfield is 117.7, which is 17.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 145.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,800 per year to cover basic expenses.