Ponderay, ID Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Ponderay, Idaho?
$5,490 / month
for a family, 1.7% more expensive than the national average A total of $65,880 for the year for a family.
$3,133 / month
for a single person, 34.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $37,600 for the year for a single person.

Ponderay cost of living score
107.4
More expensive
7.4% higher
than the US average
1.8% higher
than the Idaho average
Ponderay, Idaho gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 107.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 7.4% higher than the U.S. average and 1.8% lower than the average for Idaho.

Ponderay, ID

Housing costs in Ponderay?
A typical home costs $344,200, which is 1.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.7% less expensive than the average Idaho home, at $445,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ponderay costs $1,180 per month, which is 17.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 5.1% more than the state average of $1,120.

Can I afford Ponderay?
To live comfortably in Ponderay, Idaho, a minimum annual income of $65,880 for a family, and $37,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ponderay?
The cost of living in Ponderay, ID is lower than the national average. This is primarily due to its relatively low housing costs. The median home price in Ponderay is just over $180,000, which is significantly lower than the nationwide median home price of roughly $240,000. Furthermore, the cost of utilities and groceries are also below the national average. All these factors combine to make living in Ponderay a fairly affordable option for those looking for a change from the high cost of living found in more metropolitan areas.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesPonderayIdahoUnited States
    Unlock105.5100.0
  96.4  Unlock100.0
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  89.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$445,000$338,100
  84.0  Unlock100.0
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  86.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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