Cost of Living in South Ashburnham, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.9
100 = national avg
+45.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,175
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$151,686
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing196.5
Food112.7
Transportation117.7
Healthcare110.1
Utilities126.9
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 South Ashburnham is 145.9, which is 45.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 196.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,175 per year to cover basic expenses.