Cost of Living in Milton, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
233.4
100 = national avg
+133.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$102,683
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$242,706
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing293.4
Food186.1
Transportation173.5
Healthcare168.9
Utilities190.3
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 Milton is 233.4, which is 133.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 293.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $102,683 per year to cover basic expenses.