Fruitland, ID vs Iona, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Fruitland is 15.8% cheaper than Iona. With a cost index of 85 vs 101, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Fruitland to Iona should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fruitland is $950/month compared to $1,284/month in Iona — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fruitland is more affordable at $286,300 median vs $364,400.

Median household income in Fruitland is $62,703 compared to $83,750 in Iona (-25.1%). While Iona is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fruitland spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, less than the 18.4% in Iona.