Kuna, ID vs Star, ID

Kuna is moderately more affordable than Star, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Kuna scores 116 compared to 123 for Star, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Star can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kuna is $1,647/month compared to $1,622/month in Star — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Star has cheaper rent, Kuna actually has lower median home values ($403,700 vs $498,900).

Median household income in Kuna is $93,545 compared to $91,318 in Star (+2.4%). Kuna offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Kuna spend roughly 21.1% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Star.