Peru, MA Cost of Living


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Peru cost of living score
95.9
Less expensive
4.1% lower
than the US average
24.8% lower
than the Massachusetts average
Peru, Massachusetts gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 95.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.1% lower than the U.S. average and 24.8% lower than the average for Massachusetts.

Peru, MA

Housing costs in Peru?
A typical home costs $270,900, which is 19.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.4% less expensive than the average Massachusetts home, at $557,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Peru costs $1,200 per month, which is 16.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 78.3% cheaper than the state average of $2,140.

Can I afford Peru?
To live comfortably in Peru, Massachusetts, a minimum annual income of $51,840 for a family, and $36,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Peru?
The cost of living in Peru, MA is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. Housing prices are generally affordable when compared to nearby cities like Pittsfield and Great Barrington. Prices for groceries, utilities, health care, transportation, and other necessities tend to remain stable over time. Despite this low cost of living, there are still plenty of job opportunities in the area for those looking to earn a good income. Overall, Peru offers a great quality of life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPeruMassachusettsUnited States
  95.9127.5100.0
  102.8108.9100
  100.490.2100.0
  82.0175.0100.0
  $270,900$557,300$338,100
  111.5%112.9%100.0%
  90.7107.9100.0
  117.7147.9100.0

   100=National Average

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