Cost of Living in Weston, CT

Population 10,335 · Connecticut · Data vintage 2023

297
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Weston's housing market reflects its status as a high-earning metro: $968,000 for a typical home, 218% above the US median, paired with household incomes around $250,001 that put it in the upper third of the state.

Geographically, Weston sits roughly 9 miles west of Bridgeport. Median home values run roughly 284% higher than Bridgeport's $252,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 318
Rent 266

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Weston

The median home value in Weston is $968,400 — 218% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $3,501/month, 166% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $250,001/year is 235% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.9%, above the national average of 4.8%. Connecticut's top state income tax rate is 7.0% and the combined sales tax is 6.3%. The climate averages highs of 59.8°F and lows of 39.5°F. Overall, Weston has a cost of living index of 297 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 197% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$968,400
218% above avg
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
166% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
23.1x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
2.1%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$1,790
1 BR
$2,172
2 BR
$2,610
3 BR
$3,176
4 BR
$3,541
Owner-occupied 97.9%
Renter-occupied 2.1%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$3,501
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $4,115/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
44.6 min
65% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
38.9%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
44.8%
Carpooled
2.6%
Public transit
11.6%
Walked
0.8%
Work from home
38.9%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 7.0%
Total Sales Tax 6.3%
State rate 6.3%
Avg local rate 0.0%
Property Tax 2.1%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$250,001
235% above avg
Per Capita Income
$122,823
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
2% above avg
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Labor Force Participation
52.1%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 35.6%
Graduate degree 45.0%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 45.8
Male median age 46.5
Female median age 45.2

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
59.8°F
Avg Low
39.5°F
Annual Precip
48"
10° 30° 50° 70° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 363947596978828074625141
Low °F 182027374656626052413124
Precip" 3.062.693.893.743.784.484.464.624.814.483.784.24

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Weston, CT?

Weston has a cost index of 297 (100 = national average). It is 197% above the national average.

What is average rent in Weston, CT?

The median gross rent in Weston is $3,501 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Weston?

The median home value in Weston is $968,400 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Weston?

The median household income in Weston is $250,001 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Weston, CT?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Weston is 6.3%. The Connecticut state income tax top rate is 7.0%.

Is Weston, CT affordable?

Weston is above average in cost of living, with an index of 297 — about 197% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Weston?

Weston has average high temperatures of 59.8°F and average lows of 39.5°F. Annual precipitation is 48". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Weston at a Glance

Population
10,335
Median Income
$250,001
Home Value
$968,400
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Unemployment
4.9%
Avg High Temp
59.8°F
Sales Tax
6.3%
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