Cost of Living in Pawtucket, RI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.2
100 = national avg
+17.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,553
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,854
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing142.0
Food101.5
Transportation104.7
Healthcare101.2
Utilities109.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,402
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,729
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pawtucket is 117.2, which is 17.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 142.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,553 per year to cover basic expenses.