Hamden, Connecticut vs. North Salem, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Salem, New York is 31.1% more expensive than Hamden, Connecticut.

You would need a salary of $98,295 in North Salem, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Hamden, Connecticut.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Salem, New York is more expensive than Hamden, Connecticut
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
187% more expensive in North Salem
than in Hamden, Connecticut
Hamden, CT vs. North Salem, NY
Compared to Hamden, North Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  144.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% lower
  Commute
  5.3% higher
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower