Harwich Center, MA vs North Plymouth, MA

Harwich Center is moderately more affordable than North Plymouth, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Harwich Center scores 123 compared to 130 for North Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Plymouth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Harwich Center is $1,355/month compared to $1,787/month in North Plymouth — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Harwich Center has cheaper rent, North Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($456,600 vs $546,600).

Median household income in Harwich Center is $76,944 compared to $71,205 in North Plymouth (+8.1%). Harwich Center offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Harwich Center spend roughly 21.1% of their income on rent, less than the 30.1% in North Plymouth. The Harwich Center ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50.9°F vs 50°F). North Plymouth receives more rainfall at 48" per year compared to 45.2" in Harwich Center.