Coeur d'Alene, ID vs Idaho Falls, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Idaho Falls is 29.1% cheaper than Coeur d'Alene. With a cost index of 86 vs 111, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Idaho Falls to Coeur d'Alene should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Coeur d'Alene is $1,328/month compared to $992/month in Idaho Falls — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Idaho Falls is more affordable at $298,600 median vs $451,600.

Median household income in Coeur d'Alene is $70,845 compared to $69,630 in Idaho Falls (+1.7%). Coeur d'Alene does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Coeur d'Alene spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17.1% in Idaho Falls.