Des Moines, Iowa vs. Orofino, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orofino, Idaho is 11.8% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,909 in Orofino, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orofino, Idaho is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Orofino
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Orofino, ID
Compared to Des Moines, Orofino is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  16.5% higher
  Health
  6.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher