Seattle, Washington vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 44.5% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $41,612 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Seattle, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.5% 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
  16.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.2% higher
  Commute
  45.9% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.3% lower