Ashton, ID vs Lincoln, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ashton is 17% cheaper than Lincoln. With a cost index of 79 vs 95, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ashton to Lincoln should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashton is $925/month compared to $1,245/month in Lincoln — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashton is more affordable at $222,300 median vs $307,800.

Median household income in Ashton is $66,250 compared to $80,818 in Lincoln (-18%). While Lincoln is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashton spend roughly 16.8% of their income on rent, less than the 18.5% in Lincoln.