Cost of Living Calculator - Costa Mesa, California vs Athol, Idaho


The cost of living in Athol, Idaho is 25.7% cheaper than Costa Mesa, California.

You would need a salary of $37,148 in Athol, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Costa Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athol, Idaho is cheaper than Costa Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Athol
than in Costa Mesa, California
Costa Mesa, CA vs Athol, ID
Compared to Costa Mesa, Athol is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.7% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  8.3% lower
  Health
  12.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower

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