Cost of Living in Twin Falls County, Idaho

$1,011/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$292,700

Median Home Value

10% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,011/mo

10% above state average

Median Home Value

$292,700

4% above national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

29.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Twin Falls County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Twin Falls County$1,011/mo

Idaho Average$919/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,011/mo

Median Gross Rent

$292,700

Median Home Value

$1,099/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

29.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Twin Falls County, Idaho

Twin Falls rents strain tighter budgets

Twin Falls County's rent-to-income ratio of 18.6% exceeds the national norm, indicating renters here spend a larger share of earnings on housing than the U.S. average. With median household income at $65,338—$9,400 below the national figure—residents face a squeeze between modest earnings and rising housing costs.

Above-average housing burden in Idaho

Twin Falls ranks among Idaho's least affordable counties with a rent-to-income ratio of 18.6%, nearly 2 percentage points worse than the state average of 16.8%. This gap reflects the county's lower income levels relative to statewide norms, even as rents climb.

Rents comparable, incomes lower

Twin Falls' median rent of $1,011 matches Valley County exactly, yet Twin Falls residents earn $10,787 less annually, amplifying the affordability burden. This mismatch makes Twin Falls a tighter market for renters compared to wealthier neighbors.

Renters and buyers both squeezed

Twin Falls renters dedicate nearly 19% of income to $1,011 monthly rent, while homeowners commit about 20% to $1,099 ownership costs on homes averaging $293,000. Neither pathway offers clear financial relief for a median household earning just over $65,000 annually.

Twin Falls: Affordable homes, tight budgets

Relocating to Twin Falls? The county offers genuinely affordable home prices ($293k median) and modest rents, but income growth matters—wages here lag state peers. Job seekers should prioritize positions with above-county-median salaries to ease the housing-to-income squeeze.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Twin Falls County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

18.6%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,525

per month

Owner Cost Burden

20.2%

of gross income

The median home in Twin Falls County may be a stretch

Median home value is $292,700. Estimated monthly cost: $2,337 vs. your max of $1,525.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio18.6%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Twin Falls County, Idaho?

Twin Falls County, Idaho has a median monthly rent of $1,011/mo and a median home value of $292,700. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 29.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Twin Falls County?

The median gross rent in Twin Falls County is $1,011/mo. This is 10% above state average for Idaho.

Is Twin Falls County affordable?

Twin Falls County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 29.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Twin Falls County's rent compare to the state average?

Twin Falls County's median rent of $1,011/mo is 10% above state average of $919/mo for Idaho.

What is the median home value in Twin Falls County?

The median home value in Twin Falls County, Idaho is $292,700. This is 4% above the national median home value of $281,900.