Star, Idaho vs. Elk Grove, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk Grove, California is 7.7% more expensive than Star, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $53,858 in Elk Grove, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Star, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Grove, California is more expensive than Star, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Elk Grove
than in Star, Idaho
Star, ID vs. Elk Grove, CA
Compared to Star, Elk Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% 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
  12.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  27.7% higher
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher