Cost of Living in East Haven, CT
Population: 27,729 • 2026 Data
$86,498
Median Household Income
+12% vs national
$1,454
Median Monthly Rent
+8% vs national
$274,900
Median Home Value
-19% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in East Haven
The median home value in East Haven, CT is $274,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,454, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,595.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in East Haven, CT is $86,498. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 15,543 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.