Massachusetts Cost of Living
Housing costs and affordability data for 14 counties.
Average Monthly Rent
$1,558/mo
Average Home Value
$587,193
Average Owner Cost
$2,058/mo
▲34% above national average rent
At a Glance
Average Monthly Rent
$1,558/mo
34% above national median
Average Home Value
$587,193
108% above national median
Avg. Monthly Owner Cost
$2,058/mo
23% above national median
Affordability Rating
Affordable
Avg. rent under 30% of income
Most Expensive Counties
All Massachusetts Counties
| County | Median Rent | Home Value | Owner Cost | Rent/Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesex County | Expensive$2,126/mo | $687,200 | $2,480/mo | 28.0% |
| Norfolk County | Expensive$2,072/mo | $649,400 | $2,524/mo | 30.0% |
| Nantucket County | Expensive$2,070/mo | $1,387,000 | $3,203/mo | 28.0% |
| Suffolk County | Expensive$2,069/mo | $680,700 | $2,354/mo | 30.0% |
| Essex County | Expensive$1,673/mo | $584,000 | $2,317/mo | 33.0% |
| Plymouth County | Expensive$1,655/mo | $513,000 | $2,220/mo | 32.0% |
| Barnstable County | Expensive$1,596/mo | $575,900 | $1,717/mo | 34.0% |
| Dukes County | Moderate$1,371/mo | $1,104,100 | $2,379/mo | 31.0% |
| Worcester County | Moderate$1,347/mo | $390,700 | $1,899/mo | 29.0% |
| Hampshire County | Moderate$1,332/mo | $363,400 | $1,640/mo | 31.0% |
| Bristol County | Moderate$1,181/mo | $421,800 | $1,840/mo | 30.0% |
| Franklin County | Moderate$1,169/mo | $303,400 | $1,349/mo | 33.0% |
| Hampden County | Moderate$1,105/mo | $276,300 | $1,525/mo | 31.0% |
| Berkshire County | Moderate$1,042/mo | $283,800 | $1,364/mo | 32.0% |
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