West Falmouth, MA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in West Falmouth, Massachusetts?
$11,250 / month
for a family, 108.3% more expensive than the national average A total of $135,000 for the year for a family.
$4,433 / month
for a single person, 7.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $53,200 for the year for a single person.

West Falmouth cost of living score
131.5
More expensive
31.5% higher
than the US average
3.1% higher
than the Massachusetts average
West Falmouth, Massachusetts gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 131.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.5% higher than the U.S. average and 3.1% lower than the average for Massachusetts.

West Falmouth, MA

Housing costs in West Falmouth?
A typical home costs $704,800, which is 108.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 26.5% more expensive than the average Massachusetts home, at $557,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in West Falmouth costs $1,740 per month, which is 21.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 23.0% cheaper than the state average of $2,140.

Can I afford West Falmouth?
To live comfortably in West Falmouth, Massachusetts, a minimum annual income of $135,000 for a family, and $53,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about West Falmouth?
West Falmouth, MA is a small community located on the south coast of Massachusetts. The cost of living in West Falmouth is relatively high compared to other parts of the country, with an estimated cost of living index of 147.8. This is due largely to its proximity to Boston and Cape Cod, which both have their own high costs of living. Housing prices are significantly higher than in the rest of the state, with a median home value of $505,400. Furthermore, utilities and groceries can be more expensive than in other towns in Massachusetts due to limited local options and the fact that many goods and services must be shipped in from Boston or nearby cities. Despite this, West Falmouth offers a number of attractive beachfront properties at reasonable prices for those looking for a more laid-back lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWest FalmouthMassachusettsUnited States
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    Unlock$557,300$338,100
  115.9  Unlock100.0
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  140.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 8 years ago

West falmouth, nice place to live but way overpriced for older homes need g total renovations . Average house price is $700,000.00 and plan on doing kitchens & baths.  More

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