Newton, Iowa vs. Blythe, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blythe, California is 25.8% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $117,629 in Blythe, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blythe, California is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Blythe
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs. Blythe, CA
Compared to Newton, Blythe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.8% 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
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  80.9% higher
  Health
  16.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher