Newton, Iowa vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 13.8% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $113,844 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Milwaukee
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Newton, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  50.1% higher
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower