Preston, Idaho vs. Fort Collins, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Collins, Colorado is 23.9% more expensive than Preston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $92,914 in Fort Collins, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Preston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Collins, Colorado is more expensive than Preston, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Fort Collins
than in Preston, Idaho
Preston, ID vs. Fort Collins, CO
Compared to Preston, Fort Collins is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.9% 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
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  2.3% higher
  Health
  19.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% higher