Groton, CT vs Stafford Springs, CT

Stafford Springs is moderately more affordable than Groton, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Groton scores 94 compared to 85 for Stafford Springs, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Groton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Groton is $1,179/month compared to $1,101/month in Stafford Springs — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stafford Springs is more affordable at $200,900 median vs $278,900.

Median household income in Groton is $69,811 compared to $70,967 in Stafford Springs (-1.6%). Stafford Springs offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Groton spend roughly 20.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18.6% in Stafford Springs.