Lincoln, Illinois vs. Melba, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melba, Idaho is 71.2% more expensive than Lincoln, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $85,592 in Melba, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melba, Idaho is more expensive than Lincoln, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
390% more expensive in Melba
than in Lincoln, Illinois
Lincoln, IL vs. Melba, ID
Compared to Lincoln, Melba is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  71.2% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  329.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  50.7% higher
  Health
  8.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower