Bellingham, MA vs Devens, MA

Devens is moderately more affordable than Bellingham, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Bellingham scores 131 compared to 123 for Devens, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bellingham can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bellingham is $1,995/month compared to $1,628/month in Devens — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Devens has cheaper rent, Bellingham actually has lower median home values ($385,300 vs $464,000).

Median household income in Bellingham is $88,731 compared to $113,125 in Devens (-21.6%). Devens offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bellingham spend roughly 27% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in Devens.

Climate-wise, Bellingham is notably warmer with an average of 52°F compared to 48.9°F in Devens. Bellingham receives more rainfall at 43.9" per year compared to 43.4" in Devens.