Moving from Brockton, MA to Cambridge, MA
Moving from Brockton, MA to Cambridge, MA is a 29 mi drive, about 44 min by car. This is a local relocation — same-day moves are typical — but cost-of-living, housing, and tax lines still shift enough to plan around. The sections below pull current figures from BEA, the Census Bureau, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA for a side-by-side look.
29 mi · 44 min by car · MA
Distance & route
| Route through | MA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 93, US 1, MA 3 |
| Major cities en route | Lowell, Boston, Providence |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Brockton | Cambridge | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 108.266 | 108.266 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 148.768 | 148.768 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 99.651 | 99.651 | 100.0 |
| Services | 148.424 | 148.424 | 100.0 |
Cost-of-living overlap: BEA RPP for Brockton (108.266) and Cambridge (108.266) are within a few points of each other.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Homes run dramatically pricier in Cambridge: 0.0% above Brockton on Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).
YoY change: Brockton +1.4%, Cambridge -1.5%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Brockton | Cambridge |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 51°F | 51°F |
| January avg low | 21°F | 19°F |
| July avg high | 84°F | 85°F |
| Annual snowfall | 34.3" | — |
| Annual precipitation | 50.2" | 49.4" |
No material annual-average temperature gap; seasonal extremes may still differ.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: BROCKTON, MA US, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Brockton | Cambridge |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 105,080 | 117,794 |
| Median household income | $77,089 | $126,469 |
| Median age | 36.5 | 30.5 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14.6% | 29.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.95 | 2.38 |
Median household income in Cambridge is 0.0% above Brockton ($77,089 vs $126,469, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
OEWS occupation data not available for these MSAs.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Frequently asked
How far is Cambridge, MA from Brockton, MA?
The driving distance is 29 mi and the route typically takes 44 min via I 93 and US 1. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Brockton vs Cambridge?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $126,469 in Cambridge vs $77,089 in Brockton — a 64.1% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from Brockton to Cambridge?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 29 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How much do homes cost in Cambridge compared to Brockton?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $1,041,569 in Cambridge vs $503,833 in Brockton — a 106.7% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
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City profiles: Brockton, MA · Cambridge, MA.