Hull, MA vs North Plymouth, MA

North Plymouth is moderately more affordable than Hull, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Hull scores 146 compared to 130 for North Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hull can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hull is $1,885/month compared to $1,787/month in North Plymouth — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: North Plymouth is more affordable at $456,600 median vs $606,100.

Median household income in Hull is $127,112 compared to $71,205 in North Plymouth (+78.5%). While Hull is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hull spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, less than the 30.1% in North Plymouth. The Hull ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 50°F). North Plymouth receives more rainfall at 48" per year compared to 43.6" in Hull.