Glassboro, NJ vs Newton, NJ

Glassboro, NJ and Newton, NJ have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.3% difference in their overall index. Glassboro scores 106 while Newton scores 105 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Glassboro is $1,561/month compared to $1,383/month in Newton — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Newton has cheaper rent, Glassboro actually has lower median home values ($276,900 vs $282,300).

Median household income in Glassboro is $80,388 compared to $73,679 in Newton (+9.1%). While Glassboro is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Glassboro spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 22.5% in Newton.