Newton, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Jasper County / Newton / Zip Codes

Newton cost of living score
77.7
Less expensive
22.3% lower
than the US average
3.0% lower
than the Iowa average
Newton, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.3% lower than the U.S. average and 3.0% higher than the average for Iowa.

Newton, IA

Housing costs in Newton?
A typical home costs $150,900, which is 55.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Newton costs $830 per month, which is 42.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 12.0% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Newton?
To live comfortably in Newton, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $28,800 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Newton?
The cost of living in Newton, IA is relatively affordable compared to other cities in the United States. The median home value is $98,900, which is lower than the national average. Additionally, utility costs are below the national average and goods and services are also generally priced lower than average. Overall, residents of Newton find that their cost of living is manageable and they are able to enjoy a high standard of living on their incomes.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesNewtonIowaUnited States
  77.780.1100.0
  94.794.4100
  104.6108.2100.0
  38.655.4100.0
  $150,900$194,900$338,100
  106.4%98.5%100.0%
  68.071.4100.0
  91.996.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 11 years ago

Having lived in Newton for over 23 years, I have seen the face of the community change. It hasn't always been good change, but the town has done much to try to make up  More

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Over 14 years ago

Winters here tend to be cold, with moderate amount of snowfall, starting around Nov-Dec and reaching into Mar-April. Spring generally starts out cold, but warms quickly  More

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