Cost of Living in South Lancaster, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
177.5
100 = national avg
+77.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,121
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,648
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing237.3
Food130.1
Transportation160.1
Healthcare124.0
Utilities145.5
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 Lancaster is 177.5, which is 77.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 237.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,121 per year to cover basic expenses.