Durham, CT vs Glastonbury Center, CT

Durham, CT and Glastonbury Center, CT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.3% difference in their overall index. Durham scores 117 while Glastonbury Center scores 117 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Durham is $1,684/month compared to $1,703/month in Glastonbury Center — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Durham has cheaper rent, Glastonbury Center actually has lower median home values ($367,000 vs $378,900).

Median household income in Durham is $126,406 compared to $133,450 in Glastonbury Center (-5.3%). Glastonbury Center offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Durham spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Glastonbury Center.