Austin, Texas vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 28.1% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $71,947 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Austin, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  32.3% lower
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower