Buzzards Bay, MA vs Plymouth, MA

Buzzards Bay is moderately more affordable than Plymouth, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Buzzards Bay scores 119 compared to 125 for Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Plymouth 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 $1,701/month in Plymouth — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Buzzards Bay has cheaper rent, Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($426,000 vs $453,500).

Median household income in Buzzards Bay is $95,847 compared to $72,639 in Plymouth (+31.9%). Buzzards Bay offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Buzzards Bay spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, less than the 28.1% in Plymouth.

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