Middletown, IA vs Newell, IA

Newell is moderately more affordable than Middletown, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. Middletown scores 67 compared to 62 for Newell, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Middletown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Middletown is $784/month compared to $717/month in Newell — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newell is more affordable at $106,300 median vs $144,300.

Median household income in Middletown is $64,167 compared to $66,406 in Newell (-3.4%). Newell offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Middletown spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Newell.

Climate-wise, Middletown is notably warmer with an average of 51.9°F compared to 46.8°F in Newell. Middletown receives more rainfall at 37.9" per year compared to 26.8" in Newell.