Cost of Living in Marlborough, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
164.2
100 = national avg
+64.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,260
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$170,796
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing219.1
Food122.6
Transportation145.3
Healthcare118.1
Utilities137.4
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 Marlborough is 164.2, which is 64.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 219.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,260 per year to cover basic expenses.