North Haven, CT vs Sandy Hook, CT

North Haven is moderately more affordable than Sandy Hook, with a 13.3% lower cost of living index. North Haven scores 112 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 North Haven is $1,578/month compared to $1,875/month in Sandy Hook — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: North Haven is more affordable at $360,100 median vs $460,600.

Median household income in North Haven is $126,807 compared to $144,335 in Sandy Hook (-12.1%). The higher salaries in Sandy Hook partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of North Haven spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, less than the 15.6% in Sandy Hook.