Baltic, CT vs Durham, CT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Baltic is 23.9% cheaper than Durham. With a cost index of 89 vs 117, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Baltic to Durham should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Baltic is $1,239/month compared to $1,684/month in Durham — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Baltic is more affordable at $202,000 median vs $378,900.

Median household income in Baltic is $89,907 compared to $126,406 in Durham (-28.9%). While Durham is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Baltic spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Durham.