Clinton, CT vs Oakville, CT

Oakville is moderately more affordable than Clinton, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Clinton scores 106 compared to 98 for Oakville, 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 $1,378/month in Oakville — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oakville is more affordable at $253,500 median vs $344,200.

Median household income in Clinton is $83,333 compared to $89,330 in Oakville (-6.7%). Oakville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clinton spend roughly 20.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18.5% in Oakville.