Canton, MA Cost of Living


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Canton cost of living score
143.4
More expensive
43.4% higher
than the US average
12.5% higher
than the Massachusetts average
Canton, Massachusetts gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 143.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 43.4% higher than the U.S. average and 12.5% lower than the average for Massachusetts.

Canton, MA

Housing costs in Canton?
A typical home costs $634,600, which is 87.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 13.9% more expensive than the average Massachusetts home, at $557,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Canton costs $2,770 per month, which is 93.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 22.7% more than the state average of $2,140.

Can I afford Canton?
To live comfortably in Canton, Massachusetts, a minimum annual income of $121,680 for a family, and $92,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Canton?
Canton, MA is a relatively affordable place to live. The cost of living is generally lower than average when compared to other parts of the US, especially in areas such as housing and transportation. Renting an apartment in Canton can cost between $1000-$2000 per month depending on size and amenities. Groceries are also reasonably priced with items costing around 10-15% less than the national average. Gas prices are also fairly low, averaging around $2.30/gallon or even less during certain times of the year. In addition, public transportation is available on the MBTA for commuters who do not own vehicles. All in all, living in Canton is quite affordable and can be an attractive option for those seeking to save money while moving into this area of Massachusetts.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCantonMassachusettsUnited States
  143.4127.5100.0
  111.5108.9100
  89.690.2100.0
  222.3175.0100.0
  $634,600$557,300$338,100
  108.4%112.9%100.0%
  133.9107.9100.0
  167.0147.9100.0

   100=National Average

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