Durham, CT vs Sandy Hook, CT

Durham is moderately more affordable than Sandy Hook, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Durham scores 117 compared to 130 for Sandy Hook, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sandy Hook can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Durham is $1,684/month compared to $1,875/month in Sandy Hook — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Durham is more affordable at $378,900 median vs $460,600.

Median household income in Durham is $126,406 compared to $144,335 in Sandy Hook (-12.4%). While Sandy Hook is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Durham spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, more than the 15.6% in Sandy Hook.