Lincoln, ID vs New Plymouth, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. New Plymouth is 20.5% cheaper than Lincoln. With a cost index of 79 vs 95, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from New Plymouth to Lincoln should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lincoln is $1,245/month compared to $988/month in New Plymouth — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Plymouth is more affordable at $199,200 median vs $307,800.

Median household income in Lincoln is $80,818 compared to $59,875 in New Plymouth (+35%). While Lincoln is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lincoln spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, less than the 19.8% in New Plymouth.