Waukesha, Wisconsin vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 7.0% cheaper than Waukesha, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $50,224 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Waukesha, Wisconsin
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Waukesha, Wisconsin
Waukesha, WI vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Waukesha, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  21.1% lower
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.3% lower