Johnston, Iowa vs. Pocatello, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pocatello, Idaho is 10.4% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $44,808 in Pocatello, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pocatello, Idaho is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Pocatello
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Pocatello, ID
Compared to Johnston, Pocatello is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher