Cost of Living in North Plymouth, MA

With a cost of living index of 130, North Plymouth, MA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 30% more expensive than the national average and in line with the Massachusetts state average. North Plymouth is a small community of 4,458 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in North Plymouth's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,787 (35% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $456,600 (50% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6.4x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in North Plymouth is $71,205, which is 5% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 30% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to North Plymouth. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 48 inches spread over roughly 151 days.

Everyday prices in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher 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.