Columbia, Missouri vs. St. Charles, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Charles, Idaho is 5.5% more expensive than Columbia, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $79,092 in St. Charles, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Charles, Idaho is more expensive than Columbia, Missouri
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
30% more expensive in St. Charles
than in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia, MO vs. St. Charles, ID
Compared to Columbia, St. Charles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  7.3% higher
  Health
  11.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower