Cost of Living in Garden City, ID
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.3
100 = national avg
+20.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,942
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,134
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing158.3
Food101.1
Transportation87.4
Healthcare100.9
Utilities112.3
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 Garden City is 120.3, which is 20.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,942 per year to cover basic expenses.