Crofton, NE vs Newcastle, NE

Crofton is moderately more affordable than Newcastle, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Crofton scores 55 compared to 60 for Newcastle, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Newcastle can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crofton is $456/month compared to $663/month in Newcastle — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Crofton has cheaper rent, Newcastle actually has lower median home values ($101,800 vs $119,000).

Median household income in Crofton is $80,000 compared to $76,250 in Newcastle (+4.9%). Crofton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crofton spend roughly 6.8% of their income on rent, less than the 10.4% in Newcastle.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.7°F vs 48.7°F). Newcastle receives more rainfall at 28.7" per year compared to 28.7" in Crofton.