Clinton, CT vs Groton, CT

Groton is moderately more affordable than Clinton, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Clinton scores 106 compared to 94 for Groton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clinton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clinton is $1,408/month compared to $1,179/month in Groton — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Groton is more affordable at $278,900 median vs $344,200.

Median household income in Clinton is $83,333 compared to $69,811 in Groton (+19.4%). While Clinton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Clinton spend roughly 20.3% of their income on rent, less than the 20.3% in Groton.