Cost of Living in Norwood, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
179.0
100 = national avg
+79.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,738
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$186,108
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing262.1
Food124.2
Transportation131.3
Healthcare119.4
Utilities146.9
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 Norwood is 179.0, which is 79.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 262.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,738 per year to cover basic expenses.