Holbrook, MA vs Ipswich, MA

Holbrook is moderately more affordable than Ipswich, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Holbrook scores 121 compared to 130 for Ipswich, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ipswich can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Holbrook is $1,522/month compared to $1,456/month in Ipswich — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ipswich has cheaper rent, Holbrook actually has lower median home values ($436,500 vs $570,500).

Median household income in Holbrook is $107,768 compared to $92,969 in Ipswich (+15.9%). Holbrook offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Holbrook spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, less than the 18.8% in Ipswich.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.7°F vs 49.9°F). Holbrook receives more rainfall at 53.3" per year compared to 44.9" in Ipswich.