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Cost of living in Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT

Part of the Bridgeport Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$4,282/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 621,232 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,821 43%
Federal tax $805 19%
Healthcare $480 11%
Groceries $378 9%
Energy $284 7%
Transport $250 6%
State tax $209 5%
Water $55 1%

Rent in Western Connecticut Planning Region

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,269
per month
1 bedroom
$1,821
per month
2 bedroom
$2,149
per month
3 bedroom
$2,343
per month
4 bedroom
$2,738
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Western Connecticut Planning Region

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$124,553
per year
Individual earnings
$59,268
per year
Per capita
$79,648
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Western Connecticut Planning Region

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$625,400
Annual property tax
$9,222

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Western Connecticut Planning Region

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$208
per month · 29.7¢/kWh
Natural gas
$76
per month
Annual total
$3,408
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Western Connecticut Planning Region

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Western Connecticut Planning Region

State and local tax rates for Connecticut.

State income tax
7.0%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.3%
Combined sales tax
6.3%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Western Connecticut Planning Region

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.0 min
Drive alone
61.5%
Public transit
7.4%
Work from home
19.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Western Connecticut Planning Region

What it costs to live in Western Connecticut Planning Region each month.

Single person
$4,282
per month
  • Rent $1,821
  • Energy $284
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $378
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $805
  • State tax $209
Couple
$6,632
per month
  • Rent $2,149
  • Energy $341
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $626
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,718
  • State tax $519
Family
$9,031
per month
  • Rent $2,343
  • Energy $426
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $950
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,718
  • State tax $519

Frequently asked questions about Western Connecticut Planning Region

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Western Connecticut Planning Region?

In Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,821 per month, a two-bedroom averages $2,149 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,343 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Western Connecticut Planning Region?

In Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT, the average household income is $124,553 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $59,268 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Western Connecticut Planning Region?

The estimated cost of living in Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT is approximately $4,282 per month for a single person, $6,632 for a couple, $9,031 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Western Connecticut Planning Region?

The combined sales tax rate in Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT is 6.35%, which includes the Connecticut state rate of 6.35% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Western Connecticut Planning Region an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT would need approximately $4,282 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $124,553 per year ($10,379 per month). Western Connecticut Planning Region is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Western Connecticut Planning Region?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Western Connecticut Planning Region?

The average home value in Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT is $625,400, with average annual property taxes of $9,222, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Western Connecticut Planning Region compare to other areas?

You can compare Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Western Connecticut Planning Region is in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources