Downey, ID vs New Plymouth, ID

Downey is moderately more affordable than New Plymouth, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Downey scores 71 compared to 79 for New Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Plymouth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Downey is $893/month compared to $988/month in New Plymouth — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Downey is more affordable at $153,000 median vs $199,200.

Median household income in Downey is $46,000 compared to $59,875 in New Plymouth (-23.2%). While New Plymouth is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Downey spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 19.8% in New Plymouth.