Edison, GA vs Newton, GA

Edison is moderately more affordable than Newton, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Edison scores 52 compared to 57 for Newton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Newton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Edison is $437/month compared to $483/month in Newton — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Edison is more affordable at $66,500 median vs $109,000.

Median household income in Edison is $27,440 compared to $31,538 in Newton (-13%). While Newton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Edison spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 18.4% in Newton.