salaryRent is higher than in 64% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 6.2 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals. Commutes are short, about 18.1 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $76,400 a year. That is $37 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Idaho cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Idaho. It is number 32 of 36 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Coeur d'Alene?
Share of households by yearly income. 22.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Coeur d'Alene
| Size | Coeur d'Alene | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,315 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,135 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,409 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,138 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,319 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Coeur d'Alene overall?
Everyday prices in the Coeur d'Alene metro area are 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Coeur d'Alene
Life in Coeur d'Alene
What jobs pay in Coeur d'Alene
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $157,100 | 14.6% |
| Physician Assistant | $135,240 | 16.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,950 | 17.0% |
| Software Developer | $126,870 | 18.1% |
| Lawyer | $105,920 | 21.6% |
| Dental Hygienist | $99,650 | 23.0% |
| Civil Engineer | $99,420 | 23.1% |
| Registered Nurse | $98,910 | 23.2% |
| Police Officer | $83,560 | 27.4% |
| Operations Manager | $80,270 | 28.6% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $76,430 | 30.0% |
| Accountant | $71,230 | 32.2% |
| Electrician | $66,350 | 34.5% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,140 | 34.7% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,550 | 36.1% |
| Truck Driver | $60,370 | 38.0% |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,520 | 38.5% |
| Firefighter | $58,820 | 39.0% |
| HVAC Technician | $58,800 | 39.0% |
| Carpenter | $56,160 | 40.8% |
| Plumber | $50,270 | 45.6% |
| Medical Assistant | $45,370 | 50.5% |
| Customer Service Representative | $43,750 | 52.4% |
| Warehouse Worker | $42,130 | 54.4% |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,820 | 57.6% |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,200 | 60.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $37,010 | 61.9% |
| Cashier | $35,020 | 65.4% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,300 | 73.2% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Coeur d'Alene?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,445 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $483,500 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $48,350 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Coeur d'Alene, ID?
Renting in Coeur d'Alene costs a median of about $1,910 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Idaho median is $1,565.
How much do I need to make to live in Coeur d'Alene?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $76,400 a year, or $37 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Coeur d'Alene cheap or expensive?
Coeur d'Alene is rated OK: rent takes 29.4% of the typical household income of $78,017. It ranks 32nd cheapest of 36 Idaho cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Coeur d'Alene?
The median homeowner in Coeur d'Alene pays $2,102 a year in property taxes, about 0.43% of the median home value.
Is Coeur d'Alene more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 2% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Coeur d'Alene?
The median home value in Coeur d'Alene is $483,500, about 6.2 times the typical yearly household income.
56,447 people live in Coeur d'Alene. Numbers are typical (middle) values.