F
56%
Overall NAT. AVG.
11%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
149%
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 North Falmouth Massachusetts National
Cost of living156131100
Groceries111109100
Health care117116100
Housing249169100
Transportation120115100
Utilities121117100
Lifestyle & Entertainment115115100
Household Items108109100
Education & Childcare126127100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in North Falmouth is 19% higher than the Massachusetts average
  • The cost of living in North Falmouth is 56% higher than the national average
  • North Falmouth housing is 149% 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$163,202$13,600$3,808$4,897
      Renters$104,046$8,671$2,428$3,122

      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.