Idaho City, ID vs Peck, ID

Idaho City is moderately more affordable than Peck, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Idaho City scores 64 compared to 69 for Peck, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Peck can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Idaho City is $776/month compared to $850/month in Peck — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Idaho City is more affordable at $94,500 median vs $154,200.

Median household income in Idaho City is $41,111 compared to $55,455 in Peck (-25.9%). While Peck is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Idaho City spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 18.4% in Peck.