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Great Barrington, Massachusetts

Main Street, Great Barrington, Massachusetts, in the spring of 2011. These impressive flowering pear trees were removed around 2015, during the Main Street Reconstruction Project.

Planning a monthly budget

A local monthly estimate of $3,159 gives you the starting point, with housing taking the largest share.

Housing
$1,057
Utilities (in rent)
$310
Food
$603/mo
Transportation
$1,026/mo
Healthcare
$473

Utilities are included in housing so they are not added twice. The separate Utilities row is a reference estimate.

How the total can change

A traveler style stay, a couple household, and long term rent answer different planning questions.

Comfortable Living
$4,451

Good

Cost of Living for Couple
$4,686

Good

Typical 1BR Rent
$1,057

Very Good

Everyday expenses

Dining, transportation, taxes, and car needs can change how the monthly budget feels.

Dining Out
$224/mo

Excellent

Need for a Car
Recommended
Property Taxes
Moderate

Fair

Overall Feel
Moderate
Residents 65+ Below Poverty Level
11.2%
65+ Householder — Renter Occupied
52.6%
65+ Households With High Housing Costs
36.8%
Median Household Income, Householder 65+
$55,956

Sources

The budget value gives a starting point for everyday spending. Housing, healthcare, safety, and climate can change what feels comfortable for a household.

Housing mix, exchange rates, healthcare needs, car ownership, and travel style can move a real monthly budget materially.

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