Cost of Living in Kingston, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
181.9
100 = national avg
+81.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$80,058
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$189,227
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing202.4
Food149.5
Transportation199.0
Healthcare139.6
Utilities150.2
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 Kingston is 181.9, which is 81.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 202.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $80,058 per year to cover basic expenses.