Foxborough, MA vs Vineyard Haven, MA

Foxborough is moderately more affordable than Vineyard Haven, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Foxborough scores 130 compared to 146 for Vineyard Haven, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Vineyard Haven 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 $1,379/month in Vineyard Haven — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Vineyard Haven has cheaper rent, Foxborough actually has lower median home values ($523,200 vs $815,000).

Median household income in Foxborough is $83,162 compared to $73,917 in Vineyard Haven (+12.5%). Foxborough 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 22.4% in Vineyard Haven.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52°F vs 50.2°F). Foxborough receives more rainfall at 43.9" per year compared to 42.1" in Vineyard Haven.