Braintree Town, MA vs Swampscott, MA

Braintree Town is moderately more affordable than Swampscott, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Braintree Town scores 148 compared to 163 for Swampscott, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Swampscott can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Braintree Town is $1,925/month compared to $2,223/month in Swampscott — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Braintree Town is more affordable at $623,200 median vs $690,800.

Median household income in Braintree Town is $125,305 compared to $128,964 in Swampscott (-2.8%). Swampscott does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Braintree Town spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, less than the 20.7% in Swampscott.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.7°F vs 49.9°F). Braintree Town receives more rainfall at 53.3" per year compared to 44.9" in Swampscott.