Great Falls, Montana vs. Idaho City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho City, Idaho is 11.8% more expensive than Great Falls, Montana.

You would need a salary of $26,828 in Idaho City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Great Falls, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho City, Idaho is more expensive than Great Falls, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Idaho City
than in Great Falls, Montana
Great Falls, MT vs. Idaho City, ID
Compared to Great Falls, Idaho City 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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  60.7% higher
  Health
  0.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher