Idaho Falls, ID vs Twin Falls, ID

Idaho Falls, ID and Twin Falls, ID have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. Idaho Falls scores 86 while Twin Falls scores 85 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Idaho Falls is $992/month compared to $1,011/month in Twin Falls — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Idaho Falls has cheaper rent, Twin Falls actually has lower median home values ($279,400 vs $298,600).

Median household income in Idaho Falls is $69,630 compared to $60,760 in Twin Falls (+14.6%). While Idaho Falls 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 Falls spend roughly 17.1% of their income on rent, less than the 20% in Twin Falls.