Cost of Living in Brookline, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
251.1
100 = national avg
+151.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$110,496
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$261,172
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food157.5
Transportation141.4
Healthcare146.0
Utilities194.5
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 Brookline is 251.1, which is 151.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $110,496 per year to cover basic expenses.