Cost of Living in Framingham, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.0
100 = national avg
+75.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,010
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$182,024
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing251.9
Food125.0
Transportation127.1
Healthcare120.0
Utilities145.4
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 Framingham is 175.0, which is 75.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 251.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,010 per year to cover basic expenses.