Lead, South Dakota vs. Idaho City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho City, Idaho is 14.1% more expensive than Lead, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $57,068 in Idaho City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Lead, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho City, Idaho is more expensive than Lead, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Idaho City
than in Lead, South Dakota
Lead, SD vs. Idaho City, ID
Compared to Lead, Idaho City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  72.3% higher
  Health
  29.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher