Cost of Living in Millis, MA

Population 8,699 · Massachusetts · Data vintage 2023

165
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Housing in Millis sits 87% above the national median — $570,000 for the typical home — but median household incomes near $149,021 (100% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros.

Millis sits roughly 20 miles west of Brockton — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 41% higher than Brockton's $406,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 187
Rent 132

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Millis

The median home value in Millis is $570,300 — 87% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,733/month, 32% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $149,021/year is 100% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 3.8%, below the national average of 4.8%. Massachusetts's top state income tax rate is 9.0% and the combined sales tax is 6.3%. The climate averages highs of 62.9°F and lows of 41.0°F. Overall, Millis has a cost of living index of 165 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 65% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$570,300
87% above avg
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
32% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
27.4x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
1.2%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$2,263
1 BR
$2,394
2 BR
$2,837
3 BR
$3,418
4 BR
$3,761
Owner-occupied 83.6%
Renter-occupied 16.4%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,733
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $2,347/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
28.0 min
4% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
16.9%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
75.4%
Carpooled
6.1%
Public transit
1.0%
Walked
0.1%
Work from home
16.9%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 9.0%
Total Sales Tax 6.3%
State rate 6.3%
Avg local rate 0.0%
Property Tax 1.2%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$149,021
100% above avg
Per Capita Income
$68,784
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
21% below avg
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Labor Force Participation
55.4%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 31.2%
Graduate degree 19.4%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 47.3
Male median age 44.7
Female median age 50

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
62.9°F
Avg Low
41.0°F
Annual Precip
43.9"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 404249617180868477665544
Low °F 212230394857636152413426
Precip" 3.412.803.723.963.303.923.033.633.824.543.694.09

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Millis, MA?

Millis has a cost index of 165 (100 = national average). It is 65% above the national average.

What is average rent in Millis, MA?

The median gross rent in Millis is $1,733 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Millis?

The median home value in Millis is $570,300 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Millis?

The median household income in Millis is $149,021 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Millis, MA?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Millis is 6.3%. The Massachusetts state income tax top rate is 9.0%.

Is Millis, MA affordable?

Millis is above average in cost of living, with an index of 165 — about 65% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Millis?

Millis has average high temperatures of 62.9°F and average lows of 41.0°F. Annual precipitation is 43.9". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Millis at a Glance

Population
8,699
Median Income
$149,021
Home Value
$570,300
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
Unemployment
3.8%
Avg High Temp
62.9°F
Sales Tax
6.3%
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