Hillsboro, AL vs Newton, AL

Newton is moderately more affordable than Hillsboro, with a 12.9% lower cost of living index. Hillsboro scores 66 compared to 59 for Newton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hillsboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillsboro is $679/month compared to $685/month in Newton — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hillsboro has cheaper rent, Newton actually has lower median home values ($90,000 vs $177,000).

Median household income in Hillsboro is $59,359 compared to $59,915 in Newton (-0.9%). Newton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 13.7% of their income on rent, less than the 13.7% in Newton.

Climate-wise, Newton is notably warmer with an average of 67.8°F compared to 60.7°F in Hillsboro. Hillsboro receives more rainfall at 56.3" per year compared to 53.9" in Newton.