Cost of Living in Council, ID
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.2
100 = national avg
-21.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,396
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,300
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.4
Food83.0
Transportation62.1
Healthcare86.4
Utilities86.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$773
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Council is 78.2, which is 21.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,396 per year to cover basic expenses.