Cost of Living in Dukes County, MA

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

Median Income

$93,225

Median Rent

$1,636/mo

Median Home

$998,100

Affordability

134

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$5,047
Property Tax$416
Insurance$333

Total Monthly$5,796
% of Income74.6%

Renting

Median Rent$1,636
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,661
% of Income21.1%

Living in Dukes County, Massachusetts

Dukes County has a median household income of $93,225 with housing costs that represent 74.6% of income for owners and 21.1% 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.