Sandpoint, ID vs Star, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Sandpoint is 18% cheaper than Star. With a cost index of 101 vs 123, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Sandpoint to Star should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Sandpoint is $1,047/month compared to $1,622/month in Star — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sandpoint is more affordable at $449,500 median vs $498,900.

Median household income in Sandpoint is $67,769 compared to $91,318 in Star (-25.8%). While Star is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Sandpoint spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Star.