Cost of Living in Cedar Crest, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
260.2
100 = national avg
+160.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$114,477
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$270,581
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing330.9
Food184.0
Transportation268.0
Healthcare167.2
Utilities196.6
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 Cedar Crest is 260.2, which is 160.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 330.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $114,477 per year to cover basic expenses.