Cost of Living in Boxford, MA

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98%
Overall NAT. AVG.
9%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
288%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Boxford Massachusetts National
Cost of living198131100
Groceries109109100
Health care119116100
Housing388169100
Transportation117115100
Utilities122117100
Lifestyle & Entertainment117115100
Household Items112109100
Education & Childcare133127100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Boxford is 52% higher than the Massachusetts average
  • The cost of living in Boxford is 98% higher than the national average
  • Boxford housing is 288% higher than the national average
  • Massachusetts general sales tax is 22% higher than the national average
  • Massachusetts state income tax is 93% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$328,462$27,372$7,664$9,855
      Renters$0$0$0$0

      Massachusetts Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Massachusetts 6.25% 6.25%

      Massachusetts Income Tax

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      Massachusetts 5% 9%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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