Bristol, CT vs East Haven, CT

Bristol is moderately more affordable than East Haven, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Bristol scores 95 compared to 102 for East Haven, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of East Haven can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bristol is $1,305/month compared to $1,454/month in East Haven — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bristol is more affordable at $252,300 median vs $274,900.

Median household income in Bristol is $83,458 compared to $86,498 in East Haven (-3.5%). The higher salaries in East Haven partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Bristol spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, less than the 20.2% in East Haven.