Kingston, MA vs Sturbridge, MA

Kingston, MA and Sturbridge, MA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Kingston scores 121 while Sturbridge scores 120 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Kingston is $1,298/month compared to $1,682/month in Sturbridge — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kingston has cheaper rent, Sturbridge actually has lower median home values ($404,700 vs $529,400).

Median household income in Kingston is $130,179 compared to $129,413 in Sturbridge (+0.6%). The higher salaries in Kingston partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Kingston spend roughly 12% of their income on rent, less than the 15.6% in Sturbridge.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50°F vs 48.1°F). Sturbridge receives more rainfall at 48.3" per year compared to 48" in Kingston.