Tacoma, Washington vs. Post Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Post Falls, Idaho is 7.7% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $46,144 in Post Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Post Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Post Falls
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Post Falls, ID
Compared to Tacoma, Post Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  29.1% lower
  Health
  18.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% lower