Bellevue, ID vs Franklin, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Franklin is 23.2% cheaper than Bellevue. With a cost index of 95 vs 118, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Franklin to Bellevue should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bellevue is $1,503/month compared to $1,205/month in Franklin — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Franklin is more affordable at $318,200 median vs $482,600.

Median household income in Bellevue is $72,242 compared to $64,375 in Franklin (+12.2%). The higher salaries in Bellevue partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Bellevue spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 22.5% in Franklin.