Riverside, CT Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Riverside, Connecticut?
$26,880 / month
for a family, 397.8% more expensive than the national average A total of $322,560 for the year for a family.
$9,033 / month
for a single person, 89.5% more expensive than the national average A total of $108,400 for the year for a single person.

Riverside cost of living score
138.6
More expensive
38.6% higher
than the US average
24.0% higher
than the Connecticut average
Riverside, Connecticut gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 138.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 38.6% higher than the U.S. average and 24.0% lower than the average for Connecticut.

Riverside, CT

Housing costs in Riverside?
A typical home costs $1,682,800, which is 397.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 364.7% more expensive than the average Connecticut home, at $362,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Riverside costs $3,320 per month, which is 132.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 50.0% more than the state average of $1,660.

Can I afford Riverside?
To live comfortably in Riverside, Connecticut, a minimum annual income of $322,560 for a family, and $108,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Riverside?
Riverside, CT is an affluent suburban town located just outside of Stamford. As such, the cost of living in Riverside is significantly higher than the national average. The median home value in Riverside is nearly $752,000, more than double the median home value nationwide. Similarly, goods and services are priced at a premium due to the high-end character of the area. On average, goods and services are around 20% more expensive in Riverside than they are throughout Connecticut or nationally. Though the cost of living is high, many people find that it's well worth it for the wonderful atmosphere and amenities that Riverside provides.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesRiversideConnecticutUnited States
    Unlock111.8100.0
  119.0  Unlock100.0
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  464.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$362,100$338,100
  121.2  Unlock100.0
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  162.6  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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