Cost of Living in Watertown Town, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
206.5
100 = national avg
+106.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,873
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$214,790
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing306.1
Food144.3
Transportation127.4
Healthcare135.5
Utilities167.8
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 Watertown Town is 206.5, which is 106.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 306.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,873 per year to cover basic expenses.