Sun Valley, ID Cost of Living


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Sun Valley cost of living score
134.2
More expensive
34.2% higher
than the US average
27.2% higher
than the Idaho average
Sun Valley, Idaho gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 134.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 34.2% higher than the U.S. average and 27.2% lower than the average for Idaho.

Sun Valley, ID

Housing costs in Sun Valley?
A typical home costs $1,182,600, which is 249.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 165.8% more expensive than the average Idaho home, at $445,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sun Valley costs $2,420 per month, which is 69.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 53.7% more than the state average of $1,120.

Can I afford Sun Valley?
To live comfortably in Sun Valley, Idaho, a minimum annual income of $226,440 for a family, and $73,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sun Valley?
Sun Valley, ID boasts an affordable cost of living. According to the council of economic advisors, Sun Valley offers a cost of living that is 6% lower than the national average. This makes housing, groceries and other goods more accessible and affordable for locals and visitors alike. The median home value in Sun Valley is about $359k, significantly lower than the national median home price. Additionally, monthly utilities come in at approximately $167 per month on average. All these factors make Sun Valley an attractive place to live for those looking for a more affordable lifestyle without sacrificing quality or comfort.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSun ValleyIdahoUnited States
  134.2105.5100.0
  100.394.4100
  108.8104.5100.0
  298.0136.8100.0
  $1,182,600$445,000$338,100
  90.8%89.3%100.0%
  73.181.6100.0
  97.879.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Young people living in Sun Valley, unless they have a trust fund can expect to have a difficult time here. The average age seems to be approx 78. Any business that is  More

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Absolutely beautiful. Nice people. Amazing skiing...all types of recreation for anyone and everyone. Summer temperatures are perfect. It's sunny more than 250 days  More

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Over 18 years ago

Winters are long, and summers can be short!!! The physcial beauty of the area is unbeatable,  More

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