Dennis Port, MA vs Plymouth, MA

Dennis Port, MA and Plymouth, MA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.8% difference in their overall index. Dennis Port scores 120 while Plymouth scores 125 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dennis Port is $1,524/month compared to $1,701/month in Plymouth — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Dennis Port has cheaper rent, Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($426,000 vs $450,500).

Median household income in Dennis Port is $61,974 compared to $72,639 in Plymouth (-14.7%). While Plymouth is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dennis Port spend roughly 29.5% of their income on rent, more than the 28.1% in Plymouth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.5°F vs 50°F). Plymouth receives more rainfall at 48" per year compared to 44.7" in Dennis Port.