Wareham Center, MA vs Whitinsville, MA

Wareham Center, MA and Whitinsville, MA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Wareham Center scores 109 while Whitinsville scores 111 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 Wareham Center is $1,207/month compared to $1,271/month in Whitinsville — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wareham Center is more affordable at $411,500 median vs $440,100.

Median household income in Wareham Center is $88,424 compared to $93,504 in Whitinsville (-5.4%). While Whitinsville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Wareham Center spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.3% in Whitinsville.

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