New Haven, IN vs Westville, IN

New Haven, IN and Westville, IN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. New Haven scores 73 while Westville scores 71 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 New Haven is $947/month compared to $878/month in Westville — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Westville has cheaper rent, New Haven actually has lower median home values ($151,200 vs $152,000).

Median household income in New Haven is $67,121 compared to $59,732 in Westville (+12.4%). While New Haven is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of New Haven spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, less than the 17.6% in Westville.