The Fairfield County area is the most expensive region in Connecticut for assisted living, with fees coming in at approximately $7,838 per month. Seniors seeking more affordable care have several options within the state, including the New Haven area, where monthly care costs are closer to the state median at $6,445. In the Hartford area, assisted living facilities charge $5,753 on average for services, and in the Norwich area, rates are slightly lower at $5,700. Those willing to look across state lines find even more comparatively affordable options. In the Providence area of Rhode Island, average monthly rates come in at $4,950. In the New York City area of New York, seniors pay $5,991 per month, and in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, fees are a little lower at $5,789.Â