Cost of Living in Wilmington, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
226.3
100 = national avg
+126.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,555
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$235,311
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing297.7
Food173.4
Transportation165.2
Healthcare158.7
Utilities183.6
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 Wilmington is 226.3, which is 126.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 297.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,555 per year to cover basic expenses.