Cost of Living in Coeur d'Alene, ID

How far does a $70,000 salary go in Coeur d'Alene? Estimated income taxes on that gross salary total approximately $10,194 per year — combining federal taxes with Idaho's state income tax. Subtract rent for a 2-bedroom apartment ($1,547/month based on HUD Fair Market Rents for the Coeur d'Alene metro area) and the estimated annual take-home is $41,242, or roughly $3,437 per month for everything else: food, transportation, savings, and discretionary spending.

The Coeur d'Alene metro has a cost of living index of 117.2 according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (national average = 100). At 17% above average, Coeur d'Alene is a noticeably expensive metro — groceries, services, and everyday purchases cost more than in most of the country.

At a $70,000 salary, the estimated 2-bedroom rent in Coeur d'Alene represents approximately 27% of gross income. That approaches the 30% threshold commonly used to define affordability. A smaller unit or a higher salary would improve the picture.