Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs Blackfoot, Idaho


The cost of living in Blackfoot, Idaho is 19.9% cheaper than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $40,070 in Blackfoot, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blackfoot, Idaho is cheaper than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Blackfoot
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs Blackfoot, ID
Compared to Arcata, Blackfoot is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.9% 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
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  14.9% lower
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower

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