Cost of Living in Barnstable County, MA

What does it cost to live in Barnstable County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$90,447

Median Rent

$1,536/mo

Median Home

$519,100

Affordability

241

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$2,625
Property Tax$329
Insurance$173

Total Monthly$3,127
% of Income41.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,536
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,561
% of Income20.4%

Living in Barnstable County, Massachusetts

Barnstable County has a median household income of $90,447 with housing costs that represent 41.5% of income for owners and 20.4% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.