Fort Dodge, Iowa vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 32.8% more expensive than Fort Dodge, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $99,608 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Dodge, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is more expensive than Fort Dodge, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Idaho Falls
than in Fort Dodge, Iowa
Fort Dodge, IA vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Fort Dodge, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.8% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  142.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  26.5% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower