Mansfield Center, MA vs Monument Beach, MA

Mansfield Center is moderately more affordable than Monument Beach, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Mansfield Center scores 121 compared to 134 for Monument Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Monument Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mansfield Center is $1,601/month compared to $1,723/month in Monument Beach — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mansfield Center is more affordable at $449,200 median vs $540,600.

Median household income in Mansfield Center is $101,546 compared to $86,953 in Monument Beach (+16.8%). Mansfield Center offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mansfield Center spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, less than the 23.8% in Monument Beach.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52°F vs 50°F). Monument Beach receives more rainfall at 48" per year compared to 43.9" in Mansfield Center.