North Haven, CT vs Shelton, CT

North Haven is moderately more affordable than Shelton, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. North Haven scores 112 compared to 121 for Shelton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Shelton 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 $1,661/month in Shelton — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: North Haven is more affordable at $360,100 median vs $435,700.

Median household income in North Haven is $126,807 compared to $114,739 in Shelton (+10.5%). North Haven offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of North Haven spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, less than the 17.4% in Shelton.