Pocatello, ID Cost of Living


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Pocatello cost of living score
89.2
Less expensive
10.8% lower
than the US average
15.5% lower
than the Idaho average
Pocatello, Idaho gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.8% lower than the U.S. average and 15.5% lower than the average for Idaho.

Pocatello, ID

Housing costs in Pocatello?
A typical home costs $291,500, which is 13.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.5% less expensive than the average Idaho home, at $445,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Pocatello costs $900 per month, which is 37.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 24.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,120.

Can I afford Pocatello?
To live comfortably in Pocatello, Idaho, a minimum annual income of $55,800 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Pocatello?
Pocatello, ID is an affordable place to live when compared to the US average. The median house value in Pocatello is $291,500 which is significantly lower than the US average of $338,100. Additionally, the cost of living in Pocatello is 86.3, which is much lower than the US average of 100. With a lower house value and cost of living, it's easy to see why Pocatello could be a great place for those seeking an affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPocatelloIdahoUnited States
  89.2105.5100.0
  90.494.4100
  107.6104.5100.0
  79.0136.8100.0
  $291,500$445,000$338,100
  90.9%89.3%100.0%
  74.381.6100.0
  91.179.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I’ve read so many positives. I’d be moving as a senior, probably into a senior community. My two questions 1) summer fires. How bad is the smoke, and are there parts of  More

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Over 3 years ago

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I don't have a review. I actually have some questions. I read about the low cost of living in Pocatello. I am on disability and have an income of 952.00 a month. Is  More

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