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Pocatello, ID Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$110/mo
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$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1100/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $240,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Pocatello is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also plentiful, with many options for students and families. However, the market can be competitive, especially for newer homes in desirable neighborhoods.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
96
88
102
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 6% + no County tax + no City tax</p> | |
Idaho has a state income tax with rates ranging from 1.125% to 6.925%, but there are no local income taxes in Pocatello
Family & Relocation
55
6/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Pocatello has a limited public transit system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and some pedestrian-friendly areas
- Fort Hall Replica
- Pocatello Zoo
- Idaho Museum of Natural History
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📰 Live Local News
Pocatello has regulations regarding zoning, building codes, and environmental protection, but is generally business-friendly
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Pocatello — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Pocatello fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating and higher water bills in the summer due to irrigation. However, the city's relatively mild climate means that these fluctuations are not as extreme as in other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The property tax millage rate in Pocatello is approximately 0.85%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with explanation: Pocatello has some pedestrian-friendly areas, such as the Old Town neighborhood, but sidewalks and crosswalks can be limited in other areas, and elevator access in transit is not always available
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