Portland, Oregon vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 29.7% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $50,628 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Portland, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.7% 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
  12.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  42.7% lower
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% lower