Iona, ID vs Payette, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Payette is 28.4% cheaper than Iona. With a cost index of 78 vs 101, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Payette to Iona should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Iona is $1,284/month compared to $846/month in Payette — a 52% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Payette is more affordable at $247,700 median vs $364,400.

Median household income in Iona is $83,750 compared to $55,455 in Payette (+51%). 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 Iona spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 18.3% in Payette.