Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. Bloomington, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bloomington, Minnesota is 13.0% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $56,498 in Bloomington, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bloomington, Minnesota is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
88% more expensive in Bloomington
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. Bloomington, MN
Compared to Idaho Falls, Bloomington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% 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
  11.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  39.0% higher
  Health
  30.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.2% higher