Felton, PA vs Newport, PA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Newport is 15.1% cheaper than Felton. With a cost index of 73 vs 83, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Newport to Felton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Felton is $1,125/month compared to $874/month in Newport — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newport is more affordable at $147,300 median vs $187,500.

Median household income in Felton is $75,852 compared to $60,644 in Newport (+25.1%). While Felton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Felton spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in Newport.