Cost of Living in Waltham, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
194.3
100 = national avg
+94.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$85,478
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$202,040
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing282.5
Food139.1
Transportation124.5
Healthcare131.3
Utilities160.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,476
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,941
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waltham is 194.3, which is 94.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 282.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $85,478 per year to cover basic expenses.