Cost of living in Idaho Falls

In Idaho Falls, United States, a family of four typically needs around $4012 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $1705 monthly.

How expensive is Idaho Falls compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Idaho Falls are 19% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Idaho Falls compare to your city?

Idaho Falls is 50% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Idaho Falls is, on average, 62% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Idaho Falls?

Who is Idaho Falls a good fit for?

Idaho Falls is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Idaho Falls so expensive?

The primary driver of expenses in Idaho Falls is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall living costs.

Is food expensive in Idaho Falls?

Food costs in Idaho Falls are 9% higher than the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Idaho Falls?

Public transport in Idaho Falls is 41% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1705 $
Without Rent
712 $
Rent & Utilities
993 $
Food
521 $
Transport
44 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4019 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
64.8K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 16 $
Dinner 60.3 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.01 $
Capuccino 4.89 $
Coke, 330ml 2.54 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.92 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.34 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.8 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.63 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.12 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 12 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.39 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.37 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.65 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.72 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.61 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.57 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.55 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.25 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 16.2 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.74 $
Cigarette pack 8.81 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.29 $
Monthly Pass 44.9 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1 $
Taxi, 8 km 14 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 95.9 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 8.26 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.81 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.23 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.92 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 96 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 148 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 58.1 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 868 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,433 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 724 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,895 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,795 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,811 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,019 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.42%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 37.8 $
Cinema, 1 seat 11.9 $
Haircut 24.8 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 84.2 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 58.5 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 943 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 8,436 $

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Idaho Falls vs New York City (New York City is 138% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 87% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Chicago (Chicago is 56% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Houston (Houston is 32% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 39% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 49% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 29% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Diego (San Diego is 96% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Dallas (Dallas is 50% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Jose (San Jose is 115% more expensive)
Canada
Idaho Falls vs Toronto (Toronto is 51% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Montreal (Montreal is 15% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Calgary (Calgary is 26% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 31% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 5% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 3% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 45% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 55% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Brampton (Brampton is 25% more expensive) Idaho Falls vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 26% more expensive)
Barbados
Idaho Falls vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 20% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Holetown (Holetown is 18% less expensive)
Panama
Idaho Falls vs Panama City (Panama City is 19% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Colon (Colon is 31% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 28% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 38% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs David (David is 51% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 44% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Balboa (Balboa is 27% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Pacora (Pacora is 27% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Chitre (Chitre is 36% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Penonome (Penonome is 36% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Idaho Falls vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 27% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Cayon (Cayon is 27% less expensive)
Cuba
Idaho Falls vs Havana (Havana is 40% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 17% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Holguin (Holguin is 25% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 11% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 38% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 32% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 9% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 9% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 36% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 49% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Idaho Falls vs San Jose (San Jose is 27% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Limon (Limon is 30% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Liberia (Liberia is 47% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 28% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 25% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Cartago (Cartago is 44% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Heredia (Heredia is 27% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 1% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 23% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Idaho Falls vs Castries (Castries is 32% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 30% less expensive)
Jamaica
Idaho Falls vs Kingston (Kingston is 22% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 54% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 40% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 32% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs May Pen (May Pen is 52% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 43% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 50% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Linstead (Linstead is 39% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 34% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 33% less expensive)
El Salvador
Idaho Falls vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 30% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 58% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 31% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 37% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 32% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Apopa (Apopa is 33% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 30% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 15% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 36% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 48% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Idaho Falls vs St. John's (St. John's is 36% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs All Saints (All Saints is 37% less expensive)
Grenada
Idaho Falls vs St. George's (St. George's is 38% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Grenville (Grenville is 38% less expensive)
Dominica
Idaho Falls vs Roseau (Roseau is 41% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 33% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Idaho Falls vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 42% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 41% less expensive)
Belize
Idaho Falls vs Belize City (Belize City is 49% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 36% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 57% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 22% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 8% less expensive)
Guatemala
Idaho Falls vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 41% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Mixco (Mixco is 63% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Coban (Coban is 47% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 54% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 47% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 47% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 49% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 49% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Flores (Flores is 50% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 54% less expensive)
Honduras
Idaho Falls vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 51% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 39% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Choloma (Choloma is 65% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 62% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 48% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 49% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 58% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 58% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Yoro (Yoro is 57% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs La Lima (La Lima is 49% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Idaho Falls vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 53% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 39% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 55% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Higuey (Higuey is 55% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs La Vega (La Vega is 66% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 51% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 57% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 69% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 63% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Bonao (Bonao is 68% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Idaho Falls vs Managua (Managua is 55% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Leon (Leon is 63% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Masaya (Masaya is 58% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 68% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 63% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Esteli (Esteli is 65% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Granada (Granada is 59% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 73% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 61% less expensive) Idaho Falls vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 48% less expensive)