Living Wage Cost of Living Adjustment 2026
The Living Wage Ordinance (2.121) provides, at 2.121.030 (b), that the wage shall be upwardly adjusted each year no later than March 1st in proportion to the increase in the Annual Average Consumer Price Index for the prior calendar year for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Boston area, as published by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. For calendar year 2025, the CPI-U increased by 3.13%. Therefore, the new Living Wage as of March 1, 2026 is $20.32. This amount should be communicated to vendors subject to the Living Wage Ordinance and will be used to adjust pay for appropriate city employees. The adjustment does not affect any existing contractual agreements unless the terms of those agreements so require. Questions concerning applicability and enforcement of the ordinance should be directed to the City of Cambridge Law Department at 617-349- 4121 or the Purchasing Department at 617-349-4310
Community Safety
The Community Safety Department seeks to provide evidence-informed services that are rooted in harm reduction and trauma-informed principles and grounded in the belief that all people deserve respect, autonomy, dignity, and opportunity.
Cambridge Program for Individuals with Special Needs
The Cambridge Program serves people with intellectual disabilitis who are 11 years old and older. The program offers recreational activities and life skills several times a week that are designed to promote self-esteem, encourage social interaction, and increase physical well-being.
Fun Under the Sun: Soccer
The Cambridge Summer Food Program and Cambridge Recreation are hosting an event for Cambridge youth to enjoy a game of soccer!
Fun Under the Sun: Basketball
The Cambridge Summer Food Program and Cambridge Recreation are hosting an event for Cambridge youth to enjoy a game of basketball!
Fun Under the Sun: Kickball
The Cambridge Summer Food Program and Cambridge Recreation are hosting an event for Cambridge youth to enjoy a game of kickball!