Wilton, CT is a desirable town to live in and offers many amenities to its residents. With a 2 bedroom rent of $3,460 per month, Wilton offers an attractive alternative to other cities in the US with 2 bedroom rents at $1,430. Shopping here is also more expensive with a grocery cost index of 111 versus the US average of 100. Wilton makes up for it however by offering unique local businesses and attractions such as the Wilton Historical Society which is located in a restored 1740 farmhouse and encompasses 5 acres of history. Other popular attractions include Weir Farm National Historic Site, The Silvermine Arts Center and Norwalk River Valley Trail. Wilton also boasts several locally owned restaurants including Old Post Tavern and J House Restaurant.
Wilton has an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The US average is 6.0%.
Wilton has seen the job market decrease by -0.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 27.1%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Wilton
- The Sales Tax Rate for Wilton is 6.4%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Wilton is 5.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Wilton
- The average income of a Wilton resident is $78,722 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Wilton resident is $209,635 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.