Cost of Living in Taunton, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.6
100 = national avg
+34.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,215
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$139,962
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing166.9
Food110.9
Transportation122.5
Healthcare108.7
Utilities119.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,230
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,527
per month
The overall cost of living index in Taunton is 134.6, which is 34.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 166.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,215 per year to cover basic expenses.