Gardner, MA Cost of Living


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Gardner cost of living score
111.5
More expensive
11.5% higher
than the US average
12.5% lower
than the Massachusetts average
Gardner, Massachusetts gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 111.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 11.5% higher than the U.S. average and 12.5% higher than the average for Massachusetts.

Gardner, MA

Housing costs in Gardner?
A typical home costs $311,100, which is 8.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 44.2% less expensive than the average Massachusetts home, at $557,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gardner costs $1,260 per month, which is 11.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 69.8% cheaper than the state average of $2,140.

Can I afford Gardner?
To live comfortably in Gardner, Massachusetts, a minimum annual income of $59,760 for a family, and $38,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gardner?
The cost of living in Gardner, MA is relatively affordable when compared to other areas of the United States. According to bestplaces.net, the cost of living index in Gardner is 87.6 which is about 12% lower than the US average. The median home price is around $177,200 and the median household income is slightly higher than the national average at $54,370 per year. Overall, Gardner provides a great value for people looking to purchase a house or rent an apartment as prices are significantly lower than many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGardnerMassachusettsUnited States
  111.5127.5100.0
  104.1108.9100
  96.190.2100.0
  94.8175.0100.0
  $311,100$557,300$338,100
  110.9%112.9%100.0%
  93.1107.9100.0
  136.0147.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 6 years ago

I’ve lived here since 2014 my house is up 58%, the city is improving constantly. We have a very efficient city hall, the people are helpful. Our elected officials care  More

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Over 16 years ago

There is absolutely NOTHING to do here. i am actively pursuing a move to Florida or somewhere  More

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Over 16 years ago

A city at odds with itself. Beautiful rustic spots mixed with urban blight. You want this city to succeed because of it's proud, hard working citizens. However, the  More

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