Duncan, OK vs Newcastle, OK

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Duncan is 19.4% cheaper than Newcastle. With a cost index of 68 vs 84, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Duncan to Newcastle should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Duncan is $872/month compared to $1,020/month in Newcastle — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Duncan is more affordable at $125,800 median vs $255,100.

Median household income in Duncan is $57,020 compared to $97,315 in Newcastle (-41.4%). While Newcastle is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Duncan spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.6% in Newcastle.