Cost of Living in Newton, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.9
100 = national avg
-9.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,987
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,514
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.0
Food93.0
Transportation88.8
Healthcare94.4
Utilities94.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$789
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,008
per month
The overall cost of living index in Newton is 90.9, which is 9.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,987 per year to cover basic expenses.