Cost of Living in Ware, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.5
100 = national avg
+1.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,659
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,557
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.1
Food89.8
Transportation95.6
Healthcare91.8
Utilities98.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,580
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,004
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ware is 101.5, which is 1.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,659 per year to cover basic expenses.