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Provincetown, MA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $420,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The Provincetown housing market is highly competitive, with a limited supply of homes and a high demand from tourists and locals alike. Rentals are often snapped up quickly, and prices can be steep. However, for those who can afford it, Provincetown offers a unique and desirable lifestyle.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
95
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| <p>State 5.2% + Local 1.05%</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income tax.
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Provincetown has a walkable downtown area and a public shuttle service, but stroller-friendly infrastructure is limited in some areas.
- Provincetown Harbor
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Whydah Pirate Museum
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📰 Live Local News
Provincetown has strict regulations regarding short-term rentals, and residents are encouraged to recycle and conserve water.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Provincetown — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Provincetown's utility costs fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity costs in the summer due to air conditioning and higher water costs in the summer due to tourism. In the winter, heating costs can be high due to the town's coastal location and cold winters.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 02657 has a property tax millage rate of 1.15, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Provincetown's sidewalks are generally well-maintained, but some areas can be narrow and uneven. The town has several parks and playgrounds, but elevator access in transit is limited.
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