Idaho Falls, ID vs Rexburg, ID

Idaho Falls is moderately more affordable than Rexburg, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Idaho Falls scores 86 compared to 93 for Rexburg, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rexburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Idaho Falls is $992/month compared to $959/month in Rexburg — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rexburg has cheaper rent, Idaho Falls actually has lower median home values ($298,600 vs $384,000).

Median household income in Idaho Falls is $69,630 compared to $50,359 in Rexburg (+38.3%). Idaho Falls offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Idaho Falls spend roughly 17.1% of their income on rent, less than the 22.9% in Rexburg.