Salem, Indiana vs. Post Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Post Falls, Idaho is 34.3% more expensive than Salem, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $67,139 in Post Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Post Falls, Idaho is more expensive than Salem, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
181% more expensive in Post Falls
than in Salem, Indiana
Salem, IN vs. Post Falls, ID
Compared to Salem, Post Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% 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
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.1% lower
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  19.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher