Cost of Living in East Hampton, CT

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14%
Overall NAT. AVG.
7%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
32%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index East Hampton Connecticut National
Cost of living114118100
Groceries107106100
Health care109111100
Housing132139100
Transportation104107100
Utilities106108100
Lifestyle & Entertainment105110100
Household Items105106100
Education & Childcare113116100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in East Hampton is 3% lower than the Connecticut average
  • The cost of living in East Hampton is 14% higher than the national average
  • East Hampton housing is 32% higher than the national average
  • Connecticut general sales tax is 24% higher than the national average
  • Connecticut state income tax is 16% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$158,130$13,178$3,689$4,744
      Renters$91,172$7,598$2,127$2,735

      Connecticut Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Connecticut 6.35% 6.35%

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      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Connecticut 3% 6.99%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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