Greenwich, CT vs Staples, CT

Staples is moderately more affordable than Greenwich, with a 11.4% lower cost of living index. Greenwich scores 221 compared to 199 for Staples, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Greenwich can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Greenwich is $2,121/month compared to $2,142/month in Staples — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greenwich has cheaper rent, Staples actually has lower median home values ($1,202,800 vs $1,486,100).

Median household income in Greenwich is $136,154 compared to $218,365 in Staples (-37.6%). Staples offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenwich spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.8% in Staples.