Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. East Lansing, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in East Lansing, Michigan is 3.1% cheaper than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $31,003 in East Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Lansing, Michigan is cheaper than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in East Lansing
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. East Lansing, MI
Compared to Idaho Falls, East Lansing is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% higher
  Commute
  17.5% higher
  Health
  18.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher