Monterey, California vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 46.8% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $159,691 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Monterey, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.8% 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
  17.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  19.2% lower
  Health
  24.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower