Cost of Living in Middlesex County, MA

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

Median Income

$121,304

Median Rent

$2,004/mo

Median Home

$654,300

Affordability

246

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$3,308
Property Tax$589
Insurance$218

Total Monthly$4,115
% of Income40.7%

Renting

Median Rent$2,004
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$2,029
% of Income19.8%

Living in Middlesex County, Massachusetts

Middlesex County has a median household income of $121,304 with housing costs that represent 40.7% of income for owners and 19.8% 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.