Cost of Living in Mansfield Center, MA

With a cost of living index of 121, Mansfield Center, MA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 21% more expensive than the national average and 8% below the Massachusetts state average of 129. Mansfield Center is a smaller community of 7,232 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mansfield Center's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,601 (21% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $449,200 (47% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Mansfield Center is $101,546, which is 35% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Mansfield Center. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 32°F. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches spread over roughly 135 days.

Everyday prices in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.