Newton, MS vs Raleigh, MS

Raleigh is moderately more affordable than Newton, with a 8.7% lower cost of living index. Newton scores 60 compared to 55 for Raleigh, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Newton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Newton is $709/month compared to $475/month in Raleigh — a 49% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Raleigh has cheaper rent, Newton actually has lower median home values ($82,700 vs $110,700).

Median household income in Newton is $34,286 compared to $35,833 in Raleigh (-4.3%). Raleigh offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Newton spend roughly 24.8% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Raleigh.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.2°F vs 63.2°F). Raleigh receives more rainfall at 58.2" per year compared to 58.2" in Newton.