Meriden, CT vs Middletown, CT

Meriden is moderately more affordable than Middletown, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Meriden scores 91 compared to 100 for Middletown, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Middletown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Meriden is $1,243/month compared to $1,392/month in Middletown — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Meriden is more affordable at $221,600 median vs $279,500.

Median household income in Meriden is $68,617 compared to $73,979 in Middletown (-7.2%). The higher salaries in Middletown partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Meriden spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Middletown.