Newtown, SC vs Williston, SC

Williston is moderately more affordable than Newtown, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Newtown scores 68 compared to 61 for Williston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Newtown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Newtown is $960/month compared to $685/month in Williston — a 40% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Williston has cheaper rent, Newtown actually has lower median home values ($69,300 vs $104,000).

Median household income in Newtown is $33,214 compared to $35,968 in Williston (-7.7%). Williston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Newtown spend roughly 34.7% of their income on rent, more than the 22.9% in Williston. The Williston ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.5°F vs 63.9°F). Williston receives more rainfall at 46.2" per year compared to 42.6" in Newtown.