Ansonia, CT vs Torrington, CT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Torrington is 18.1% cheaper than Ansonia. With a cost index of 84 vs 100, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Torrington to Ansonia should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ansonia is $1,405/month compared to $1,101/month in Torrington — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Torrington is more affordable at $195,800 median vs $269,300.

Median household income in Ansonia is $80,585 compared to $69,611 in Torrington (+15.8%). The higher salaries in Ansonia partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ansonia spend roughly 20.9% of their income on rent, more than the 19% in Torrington.