Santa Claus, Indiana vs. Rathdrum, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rathdrum, Idaho is 37.2% more expensive than Santa Claus, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $68,624 in Rathdrum, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Claus, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rathdrum, Idaho is more expensive than Santa Claus, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
119% more expensive in Rathdrum
than in Santa Claus, Indiana
Santa Claus, IN vs. Rathdrum, ID
Compared to Santa Claus, Rathdrum is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.2% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.6% lower
  Commute
  12.4% higher
  Health
  22.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher