Cost of Living in Dedham, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
196.8
100 = national avg
+96.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,589
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$204,664
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing272.5
Food145.1
Transportation142.5
Healthcare136.1
Utilities161.5
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 Dedham is 196.8, which is 96.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 272.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,589 per year to cover basic expenses.