Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Chandler is 7% more affordable than New Haven. A $75,000 salary in New Haven is equivalent to $69,915 in Chandler.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Chandler has a housing index of 126 while New Haven sits at 137 (national average = 100). The median home in Chandler costs $450,000 compared to $250,000 in New Haven, a difference of $200,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Chandler versus $1,400 in New Haven.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Chandler scores 100 while New Haven scores 106.
Healthcare costs in Chandler (95) are lower than New Haven (114).
Median household income in Chandler is $88,234 compared to $42,158 in New Haven. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Chandler.
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