Shelton, CT Cost of Living


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Shelton cost of living score
138.6
More expensive
38.6% higher
than the US average
24.0% higher
than the Connecticut average
Shelton, 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.

Shelton, CT

Housing costs in Shelton?
A typical home costs $444,300, which is 31.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.7% more expensive than the average Connecticut home, at $362,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Shelton costs $1,850 per month, which is 29.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 10.3% more than the state average of $1,660.

Can I afford Shelton?
To live comfortably in Shelton, Connecticut, a minimum annual income of $84,960 for a family, and $60,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Shelton?
The cost of living in Shelton, CT is generally in line with the average for the United States. It is slightly higher than some other nearby cities such as Bridgeport and New Haven, but it remains relatively affordable compared to many other places in Connecticut and the Northeast. Housing prices are typically lower here than in many other areas, making it an attractive option for those seeking a more affordable option while still enjoying all the amenities that Connecticut has to offer. The average home price tends to be around $220,000 which can be considered relatively low when considering the high cost of living in many parts of Connecticut. In addition, taxes tend to be lower than surrounding areas which makes Shelton extremely desirable for those looking for an affordable place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSheltonConnecticutUnited States
  138.6111.8100.0
  105106.6100
  126.8118.6100.0
  145.0109.2100.0
  $444,300$362,100$338,100
  116.5%118.5%100.0%
  126.6112.4100.0
  162.3126.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 3 years ago

I have lived in Shelton ct for 14 years and the taxes are low and is not  More

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I love Shelton it's the best place to live. Good schools, low crime, low taxes for CT, great volunteer firefighters and EMT's.  More

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Over 12 years ago

I see a lot of people complain about Shelton.OK,it's their right.Is it perfect? Of course not.But I've seen a lot of people leave and come back in a year or two.What is  More

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