Seattle, Washington vs. Star, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Star, Idaho is 24.3% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $37,843 in Star, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Star, Idaho is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Star
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Star, ID
Compared to Seattle, Star is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.1% higher
  Commute
  27.1% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% lower