Stafford, CT Cost of Living


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Stafford cost of living score
105.5
More expensive
5.5% higher
than the US average
5.6% lower
than the Connecticut average
Stafford, Connecticut gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 105.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.5% higher than the U.S. average and 5.6% higher than the average for Connecticut.

Stafford, CT

Housing costs in Stafford?
A typical home costs $259,100, which is 23.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.4% less expensive than the average Connecticut home, at $362,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Stafford costs $1,330 per month, which is 7.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 24.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,660.

Can I afford Stafford?
To live comfortably in Stafford, Connecticut, a minimum annual income of $49,680 for a family, and $42,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Stafford?
The cost of living in Stafford, CT is generally considered to be higher than the national average. According to recent surveys, housing costs alone are estimated to be over 20% higher than the national average. This high cost can be attributed to the fact that many of the properties in Stafford, CT are newer and more desirable than surrounding towns. Additionally, overall living expenses tend to increase due to the close proximity to Hartford and other major cities along Connecticut's Gold Coast. Although this may deter some potential residents from moving into the area, for those who can afford it, Stafford offers plenty of opportunities for a comfortable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesStaffordConnecticutUnited States
  105.5111.8100.0
  104.7106.6100
  113.5118.6100.0
  74.6109.2100.0
  $259,100$362,100$338,100
  118.7%118.5%100.0%
  113.2112.4100.0
  128.8126.8100.0

   100=National Average

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