Modesto, California vs. Post Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Post Falls, Idaho is 5.2% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $54,971 in Post Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Post Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
30% cheaper in Post Falls
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Post Falls, ID
Compared to Modesto, Post Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.7% lower
  Commute
  25.7% lower
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower