Cost of Living in Pittsfield, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.4
100 = national avg
+12.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,436
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,849
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing127.9
Food102.3
Transportation104.5
Healthcare101.8
Utilities106.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,269
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,626
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pittsfield is 112.4, which is 12.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 127.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,436 per year to cover basic expenses.