Cost of Living in Burlington, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
229.1
100 = national avg
+129.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$100,794
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$238,240
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing307.7
Food158.7
Transportation217.4
Healthcare147.0
Utilities176.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,476
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,941
per month
The overall cost of living index in Burlington is 229.1, which is 129.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 307.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $100,794 per year to cover basic expenses.