East Falmouth, MA vs Winthrop Town, MA

East Falmouth, MA and Winthrop Town, MA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. East Falmouth scores 140 while Winthrop Town scores 146 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 East Falmouth is $1,884/month compared to $1,909/month in Winthrop Town — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: East Falmouth is more affordable at $554,200 median vs $606,900.

Median household income in East Falmouth is $69,121 compared to $106,357 in Winthrop Town (-35%). While Winthrop Town is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of East Falmouth spend roughly 32.7% of their income on rent, more than the 21.5% in Winthrop Town. The Winthrop Town ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.