Cost of Living Calculator - Bellingham, Washington vs Star, Idaho


The cost of living in Star, Idaho is 3.1% more expensive than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $103,104 in Star, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Star, Idaho is more expensive than Bellingham, Washington
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
31% more expensive in Star
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs Star, ID
Compared to Bellingham, Star is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% higher
      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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.4% higher
  Commute
  22.2% higher
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower

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