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Cost of Living in North Falmouth, MA

Population: 2,558 | Massachusetts

131
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

North Falmouth is 31% more expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
215
Home Values
106
Regional Price

Cost of Living in North Falmouth, MA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 131, North Falmouth, MA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 31% more expensive than the national average and in line with the Massachusetts state average. North Falmouth is a small community of 2,558 residents.

The median household income in North Falmouth is $133,571, which is 78% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to North Falmouth. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.4°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 32°F. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches spread over roughly 141 days.

Everyday prices in the Barnstable Town, 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$133,571
vs US Median ($75,149)
+78%

Housing

Median Home Value
$656,400
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,925/mo

Everyday Prices in North Falmouth

BLS Average Prices for the Barnstable Town, MA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.03
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-1% vs US
🥚
$2.47
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-1% vs US
🥛
$3.98
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-1% vs US
🍞
$1.83
Bread (white)
per lb
-1% vs US
🍗
$4.09
Chicken breast
per lb
-1% vs US
$0.30
Electricity
per kWh
+59% vs US

Climate in North Falmouth

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

50.4°F
Avg Temperature
45.9"
Rainfall / Year
141d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 39 41 47 57 67 76 83 81 74 64 54 44
Avg °F 30 31 38 47 57 66 72 71 63 53 43 35
Low °F 21 22 28 36 46 55 62 60 52 42 33 26
Rain" 3.7 3.0 4.8 4.0 3.3 3.6 3.0 3.8 3.6 4.6 4.3 4.1

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