American Falls, ID vs Jerome, ID

American Falls is moderately more affordable than Jerome, with a 10.7% lower cost of living index. American Falls scores 68 compared to 76 for Jerome, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Jerome can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in American Falls is $710/month compared to $900/month in Jerome — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: American Falls is more affordable at $172,800 median vs $214,900.

Median household income in American Falls is $58,376 compared to $65,343 in Jerome (-10.7%). The higher salaries in Jerome partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of American Falls spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in Jerome.