Dighton, MA is a town located in Bristol County. It is a great place to live with its beautiful nature and close proximity to the beaches. The cost of living in Dighton is higher than the US average, with an average 2 bedroom rent being $1,540 compared to $1,430 across the US. When looking at groceries specifically, the Grocery Cost Index in Dighton is 107 versus 100 in the US. Local companies include Dighton Town Hall, Mason's Petroleum Corporation Inc., Dighton Public Library, and Stone Soule Farm & Greenhouse. All of these provide services to the local population that can help them save money while still enjoying all that Dighton has to offer.
Dighton has an unemployment rate of 6.8%. The US average is 6.0%.
Dighton has seen the job market increase by 3.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 36.7%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Dighton
- The Sales Tax Rate for Dighton is 6.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Dighton is 5.1%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Dighton
- The average income of a Dighton resident is $35,008 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Dighton resident is $100,307 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.