Cost of Living in Dayton, ID
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.9
100 = national avg
+19.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,769
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,728
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.8
Food116.2
Transportation132.5
Healthcare113.0
Utilities112.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$946
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,241
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dayton is 119.9, which is 19.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,769 per year to cover basic expenses.