Cost of Living in Newburyport, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
215.8
100 = national avg
+115.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$94,959
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$224,448
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing268.1
Food160.3
Transportation220.5
Healthcare148.2
Utilities169.8
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 Newburyport is 215.8, which is 115.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 268.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $94,959 per year to cover basic expenses.