Foxborough, MA vs Sturbridge, MA

Sturbridge is moderately more affordable than Foxborough, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Foxborough scores 130 compared to 120 for Sturbridge, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Foxborough can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Foxborough is $1,591/month compared to $1,682/month in Sturbridge — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Foxborough has cheaper rent, Sturbridge actually has lower median home values ($404,700 vs $523,200).

Median household income in Foxborough is $83,162 compared to $129,413 in Sturbridge (-35.7%). Sturbridge offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Foxborough spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 15.6% in Sturbridge.

Climate-wise, Foxborough is notably warmer with an average of 52°F compared to 48.1°F in Sturbridge. Sturbridge receives more rainfall at 48.3" per year compared to 43.9" in Foxborough.