Bristol, CT vs North Haven, CT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Bristol is 15.2% cheaper than North Haven. With a cost index of 95 vs 112, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Bristol to North Haven should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bristol is $1,305/month compared to $1,578/month in North Haven — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bristol is more affordable at $252,300 median vs $360,100.

Median household income in Bristol is $83,458 compared to $126,807 in North Haven (-34.2%). While North Haven is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bristol spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, more than the 14.9% in North Haven.