Hope, Idaho vs. Melbourne, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Arkansas is 43.8% cheaper than Hope, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $28,097 in Melbourne, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Hope, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Arkansas is cheaper than Hope, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Hope, Idaho
Hope, ID vs. Melbourne, AR
Compared to Hope, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.8% 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
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.9% higher
  Commute
  9.8% lower
  Health
  13.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower