Cost of Living in Northfield, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
118.7
100 = national avg
+18.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,232
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$123,457
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing133.2
Food107.2
Transportation114.5
Healthcare105.8
Utilities111.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,422
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,866
per month
The overall cost of living index in Northfield is 118.7, which is 18.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 133.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,232 per year to cover basic expenses.