Newburgh Heights, OH vs Thurston, OH

Newburgh Heights is moderately more affordable than Thurston, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Newburgh Heights scores 73 compared to 78 for Thurston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Thurston can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Newburgh Heights is $1,077/month compared to $1,082/month in Thurston — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newburgh Heights is more affordable at $95,500 median vs $144,700.

Median household income in Newburgh Heights is $62,917 compared to $47,679 in Thurston (+32%). Newburgh Heights offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Newburgh Heights spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, less than the 27.2% in Thurston.