Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs Shelton, Connecticut


The cost of living in Shelton, Connecticut is 18.9% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $89,142 in Shelton, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Shelton, Connecticut is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% more expensive in Shelton
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs Shelton, CT
Compared to Arcata, Shelton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.8% higher
  Commute
  55.9% higher
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.4% higher

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