Newton, KS Cost of Living


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Newton cost of living score
79.4
Less expensive
20.6% lower
than the US average
4.5% lower
than the Kansas average
Newton, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.6% lower than the U.S. average and 4.5% higher than the average for Kansas.

Newton, KS

Housing costs in Newton?
A typical home costs $143,600, which is 57.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 26.0% less expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Newton costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.1% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Newton?
To live comfortably in Newton, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $27,360 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Newton?
The cost of living in Newton, KS is relatively low compared to other cities. In terms of housing costs, the median home value is around $99,000, which is lower than the national average. The median rent is also quite low at $657 per month. Groceries are also fairly inexpensive with prices on goods and services being approximately 2% lower than the national average. Overall, Newton, KS provides a great cost-of-living option for those looking for an affordable place to live.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesNewtonKansasUnited States
  79.483.1100.0
  93.693100
  101.4103.9100.0
  42.360.8100.0
  $143,600$194,100$338,100
  107.6%104.4%100.0%
  81.979.3100.0
  107.594.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 10 years ago

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

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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

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Over 18 years ago

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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