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West Chatham, 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 housing market in West Chatham is highly competitive, with a mix of historic homes, new constructions, and vacation rentals. Prices tend to be higher near the coast and in areas with easy access to beaches and amenities. Rentals are often snapped up quickly, especially during peak summer months
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| <p>State 5.2% + No County tax + Local 1.05% option tax</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income taxes
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
West Chatham has a limited public transit system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible sidewalks and bike paths
- Cape Cod Children's Museum
- Whydah Pirate Museum
- Chatham Beaches
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West Chatham has strict zoning laws and environmental regulations to protect its natural resources and historic character
Financial Tools
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- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 West Chatham — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in West Chatham tend to be higher in the summer months, due to increased demand for air conditioning and water usage. In the winter, costs are lower, but residents may still need to pay for heating oil or propane to supplement their electric heat
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 02669 has a property tax millage rate of 1.15%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain, making it easy to get around with a stroller
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