Millis-Clicquot, MA vs Orleans, MA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Orleans is 18.6% cheaper than Millis-Clicquot. With a cost index of 111 vs 132, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Orleans to Millis-Clicquot should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Millis-Clicquot is $1,744/month compared to $960/month in Orleans — a 82% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Orleans has cheaper rent, Millis-Clicquot actually has lower median home values ($487,700 vs $542,500).

Median household income in Millis-Clicquot is $116,324 compared to $76,768 in Orleans (+51.5%). While Millis-Clicquot is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Millis-Clicquot spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Orleans.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52°F vs 50.9°F). Orleans receives more rainfall at 45.2" per year compared to 43.9" in Millis-Clicquot.