Cost of Living in Mountain Home AFB, ID
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
138.3
100 = national avg
+38.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,856
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,842
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing190.7
Food105.3
Transportation110.7
Healthcare104.3
Utilities121.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$908
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,192
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mountain Home AFB is 138.3, which is 38.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 190.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,856 per year to cover basic expenses.