Cost of Living in Great Barrington, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.2
100 = national avg
+23.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,207
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,126
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing178.0
Food93.6
Transportation87.2
Healthcare94.9
Utilities111.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,269
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,626
per month
The overall cost of living index in Great Barrington is 123.2, which is 23.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 178.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,207 per year to cover basic expenses.