Washington, CT Cost of Living


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Washington cost of living score
105.9
More expensive
5.9% higher
than the US average
5.3% lower
than the Connecticut average
Washington, Connecticut gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 105.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.9% higher than the U.S. average and 5.3% higher than the average for Connecticut.

Washington, CT

Housing costs in Washington?
A typical home costs $947,500, which is 180.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 161.7% more expensive than the average Connecticut home, at $362,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Washington costs $2,170 per month, which is 51.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 23.5% more than the state average of $1,660.

Can I afford Washington?
To live comfortably in Washington, Connecticut, a minimum annual income of $181,440 for a family, and $67,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Washington?
The cost of living in Washington, Connecticut is slightly higher than the national average. The median home value in Washington is around $378,500, significantly higher than the national median of $232,200. Additionally, the cost of utilities and transportation are also slightly higher than the U.S. averages. Despite this, the town enjoys relatively low taxes due to its low population density and rural location. This makes Washington an attractive option for those looking to escape the more expensive cities nearby while still being close enough to take advantage of all that they have to offer.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWashingtonConnecticutUnited States
  105.9111.8100.0
  114.2106.6100
  111.8118.6100.0
  217.6109.2100.0
  $947,500$362,100$338,100
  116.4%118.5%100.0%
  90.8112.4100.0
  128.5126.8100.0

   100=National Average

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