Buzzards Bay, MA vs Clinton, MA

Clinton is moderately more affordable than Buzzards Bay, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Buzzards Bay scores 119 compared to 105 for Clinton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Buzzards Bay can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Buzzards Bay is $1,465/month compared to $1,386/month in Clinton — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clinton is more affordable at $328,600 median vs $453,500.

Median household income in Buzzards Bay is $95,847 compared to $78,909 in Clinton (+21.5%). While Buzzards Bay is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Buzzards Bay spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, less than the 21.1% in Clinton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50°F vs 48.9°F). Buzzards Bay receives more rainfall at 48" per year compared to 43.4" in Clinton.