Cost of Living in Garden Valley, ID
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.6
100 = national avg
+15.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,866
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,228
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing95.1
Food119.6
Transportation139.2
Healthcare115.7
Utilities110.8
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 Valley is 115.6, which is 15.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 95.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,866 per year to cover basic expenses.