Groton, Connecticut vs. New Bedford, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Bedford, Massachusetts is 2.8% cheaper than Groton, Connecticut.

You would need a salary of $48,578 in New Bedford, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Groton, Connecticut.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Bedford, Massachusetts is cheaper than Groton, Connecticut
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% cheaper in New Bedford
than in Groton, Connecticut
Groton, CT vs. New Bedford, MA
Compared to Groton, New Bedford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% lower
      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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  8.4% lower
  Health
  21.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower