Cost of Living in Palmer Town, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.9
100 = national avg
+20.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,175
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,686
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.8
Food110.2
Transportation120.4
Healthcare108.2
Utilities112.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,382
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,734
per month
The overall cost of living index in Palmer Town is 120.9, which is 20.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,175 per year to cover basic expenses.