| | Emporia, KS | Newton, KS | United States |
| Overall | 74.6 | 79.4 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 92.9 | 93.6 | 100 |
| Health | 107.5 | 101.4 | 100 |
| Housing | 40.4 | 42.3 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $137,700 | $143,600 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,730.0% | 10,760.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 63.0 | 81.9 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 97.6 | 107.5 | 100 |
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Reviews for Emporia 
3 Reviews
I hated Emporia when we first moved here 7 years ago, but have since grown to love it. At first I thought there was nothing to do, but the community has a lot to offer More
In emporia there is serval very good churches to pick from so u can find a good church home More
Pros:
1. Low crime rate
2. Low cost of living and housing
3. Affordable place to live
Cons:
1. Bad weather
2. Poor school system
3. High unemployment
4. Not More
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Reviews for Newton 3 Reviews
I have heard that the police keep Newton quiet by enforcing noise ordinances. I was wondering if that is true. Wichita police do not enforce noise ordinances. I More
Whether it be a situation in which does not get reported because the victim is scared of the outcome depending on the severity of the crime itself, yes crime lives here. More
great place to live, cheap and freindly. Lots of farmers. Good schools. No crime. Some tornado's. Becarefull. Know where to go. No jobs up there, you will probably have More
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