Cost of Living in Sturbridge, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
176.5
100 = national avg
+76.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,652
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$183,542
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing206.5
Food148.9
Transportation154.8
Healthcare139.1
Utilities150.6
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 Sturbridge is 176.5, which is 76.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 206.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,652 per year to cover basic expenses.