Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. State College, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is 7.8% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $53,921 in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in State College
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. State College, PA
Compared to Idaho Falls, State College is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  18.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  2.4% lower
  Health
  16.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher