Cost of Living in Caldwell, ID
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.3
100 = national avg
+13.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,860
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,850
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing134.7
Food101.0
Transportation99.4
Healthcare100.8
Utilities107.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,381
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,655
per month
The overall cost of living index in Caldwell is 113.3, which is 13.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,860 per year to cover basic expenses.