East Douglas, MA vs Kingston, MA

East Douglas is moderately more affordable than Kingston, with a 12% lower cost of living index. East Douglas scores 107 compared to 121 for Kingston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kingston can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in East Douglas is $1,249/month compared to $1,298/month in Kingston — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: East Douglas is more affordable at $400,900 median vs $529,400.

Median household income in East Douglas is $141,042 compared to $130,179 in Kingston (+8.3%). East Douglas offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of East Douglas spend roughly 10.6% of their income on rent, less than the 12% in Kingston.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.1°F vs 50°F). East Douglas receives more rainfall at 48.3" per year compared to 48" in Kingston.