Newton, Iowa vs. Montague, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montague, Massachusetts is 30.1% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $65,054 in Montague, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montague, Massachusetts is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Montague
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs. Montague, MA
Compared to Newton, Montague is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.1% 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
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  147.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  1.9% higher
  Health
  5.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher

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