Cost of Living in Orleans, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.0
100 = national avg
+32.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,101
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,330
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing165.7
Food108.7
Transportation117.4
Healthcare106.9
Utilities118.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,846
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,422
per month
The overall cost of living index in Orleans is 132.0, which is 32.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 165.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,101 per year to cover basic expenses.