Malden, MA vs Randolph Town, MA

Randolph Town is moderately more affordable than Malden, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. Malden scores 151 compared to 139 for Randolph Town, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Malden can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Malden is $2,066/month compared to $2,049/month in Randolph Town — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Randolph Town is more affordable at $463,500 median vs $607,500.

Median household income in Malden is $95,298 compared to $103,129 in Randolph Town (-7.6%). Randolph Town offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Malden spend roughly 26% of their income on rent, more than the 23.8% in Randolph Town.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 49.7°F). Randolph Town receives more rainfall at 53.3" per year compared to 43.6" in Malden.