Derby, CT vs North Haven, CT

Derby is moderately more affordable than North Haven, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Derby scores 99 compared to 112 for North Haven, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Haven can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Derby is $1,453/month compared to $1,578/month in North Haven — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Derby is more affordable at $242,300 median vs $360,100.

Median household income in Derby is $76,263 compared to $126,807 in North Haven (-39.9%). 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 Derby spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.9% in North Haven.