Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
35% cheaper
Wilmington is 35% more affordable than Stamford. A $75,000 salary in Stamford is equivalent to $48,892 in Wilmington.
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. Stamford has a housing index of 232 while Wilmington sits at 108 (national average = 100). The median home in Stamford costs $580,000 compared to $320,000 in Wilmington, a difference of $260,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,400 in Stamford versus $1,400 in Wilmington.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Stamford scores 110 while Wilmington scores 101.
Healthcare costs in Stamford (114) are higher than Wilmington (106).
Median household income in Stamford is $95,272 compared to $48,432 in Wilmington. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Wilmington.
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