Cost of Living in Petersham, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
154.6
100 = national avg
+54.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,036
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$160,812
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing185.0
Food131.0
Transportation132.6
Healthcare124.8
Utilities135.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,410
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,749
per month
The overall cost of living index in Petersham is 154.6, which is 54.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 185.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,036 per year to cover basic expenses.