Newnan, GA vs Roswell, GA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Newnan is 19.6% cheaper than Roswell. With a cost index of 104 vs 130, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Newnan to Roswell should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Newnan is $1,391/month compared to $1,707/month in Roswell — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newnan is more affordable at $327,800 median vs $520,500.

Median household income in Newnan is $80,299 compared to $124,422 in Roswell (-35.5%). While Roswell is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Newnan spend roughly 20.8% of their income on rent, more than the 16.5% in Roswell.