Cost of Living in Woburn, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
186.0
100 = national avg
+86.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$81,862
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$193,491
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing270.7
Food132.4
Transportation125.3
Healthcare125.9
Utilities153.6
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 Woburn is 186.0, which is 86.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 270.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $81,862 per year to cover basic expenses.