American Falls, ID vs Middleton, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. American Falls is 27.8% cheaper than Middleton. With a cost index of 68 vs 94, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from American Falls to Middleton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in American Falls is $710/month compared to $1,077/month in Middleton — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: American Falls is more affordable at $172,800 median vs $348,900.

Median household income in American Falls is $58,376 compared to $83,681 in Middleton (-30.2%). While Middleton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of American Falls spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, less than the 15.4% in Middleton.