Cost of Living in Quincy, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
177.4
100 = national avg
+77.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,047
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,475
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing258.3
Food123.2
Transportation134.2
Healthcare118.5
Utilities145.6
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 Quincy is 177.4, which is 77.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 258.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,047 per year to cover basic expenses.