Cost of Living in Scituate, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
181.2
100 = national avg
+81.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,737
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$188,469
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing207.4
Food146.6
Transportation193.2
Healthcare137.3
Utilities149.4
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 Scituate is 181.2, which is 81.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 207.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,737 per year to cover basic expenses.