Hingham, MA vs Lynnfield, MA

Hingham is moderately more affordable than Lynnfield, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Hingham scores 171 compared to 184 for Lynnfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lynnfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hingham is $1,066/month compared to $2,333/month in Lynnfield — a 54% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hingham has cheaper rent, Lynnfield actually has lower median home values ($904,200 vs $1,216,800).

Median household income in Hingham is $222,696 compared to $172,484 in Lynnfield (+29.1%). Hingham offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hingham spend roughly 5.7% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Lynnfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 49.9°F). Lynnfield receives more rainfall at 44.9" per year compared to 43.6" in Hingham.