Cost of Living in Yarmouth Port, MA

With a cost of living index of 131, Yarmouth Port, 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. Yarmouth Port is a smaller community of 5,825 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Yarmouth Port's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,636 (24% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $542,600 (78% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Yarmouth Port is $108,563, which is 44% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 18% 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.

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.