Chicago, Illinois vs. Post Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Post Falls, Idaho is 1.4% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $304,190 in Post Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Post Falls, Idaho is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Post Falls
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Post Falls, ID
Compared to Chicago, Post Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% higher
      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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  38.9% lower
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower