Idaho Falls, Idaho
In Idaho Falls, Idaho, a gallon of regular gas costs $4.11 as of 2026-03-23 — $0.66 above the national average of $3.45. The average monthly rent for all unit types is $1,341.75, compared to the national average of $1,900. Grocery inflation is running at 3.06% year-over-year. Since 2022, bread prices have increased significantly while egg prices have been volatile due to avian flu outbreaks. Idaho Falls's cost-of-living index of 84 puts it below the national average of 100.
Key Numbers
Gas (Regular)
$4.11
National: $3.45
Avg Rent (All)
$1,341.75
National: $1,900
Grocery Inflation
3.06%
Year-over-year
Fast Food Avg
$11.57
Combo meal
Price History
Grocery Prices
Grocery Item Prices — 2022 to Present
| Item | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs (dozen)Bird flu volatility | $1.63 | $1.92 | $2.48 | $3.60 | $1.96 | +20.2% |
| Milk (gallon) | $3.37 | $3.57 | $3.57 | $3.71 | $3.75 | +11.3% |
| Ground Beef (lb) | $3.85 | $4.73 | $4.97 | $5.11 | $5.26 | +36.6% |
| Bread (loaf) | $2.04 | $2.78 | $3.03 | $3.18 | $3.24 | +58.8% |
| Chicken Breast (lb) | $3.53 | $3.78 | $3.82 | $3.78 | $3.86 | +9.3% |
| Butter (lb) | $3.97 | $4.45 | $4.77 | $4.91 | $5.01 | +26.2% |
| Bacon (lb) | $5.96 | $6.31 | $6.69 | $6.96 | $7.17 | +20.3% |
| Cheddar Cheese (lb) | $5.54 | $6.15 | $6.46 | $6.72 | $6.79 | +22.6% |
| Pasta (lb) | $1.40 | $1.71 | $1.81 | $1.85 | $1.83 | +30.7% |
| Rice (5 lb) | $4.05 | $4.75 | $4.94 | $4.94 | $5.04 | +24.4% |
| Coffee (12 oz) | $8.04 | $9.65 | $10.63 | $11.38 | $11.96 | +48.8% |
| Orange Juice (64 oz)Citrus shortage | $3.45 | $4.11 | $4.52 | $4.74 | $4.98 | +44.3% |
| Potatoes (5 lb) | $3.82 | $4.13 | $4.34 | $4.38 | $4.38 | +14.7% |
| Apples (3 lb) | $4.13 | $4.25 | $4.33 | $4.50 | $4.59 | +11.1% |
| Tomatoes (lb) | $2.08 | $2.33 | $2.47 | $2.62 | $2.64 | +26.9% |
| Lettuce (head) | $1.68 | $1.85 | $1.98 | $2.06 | $2.12 | +26.2% |
| Cooking Oil (48 oz) | $5.05 | $6.38 | $6.89 | $7.17 | $7.39 | +46.3% |
| Yogurt (32 oz) | $4.05 | $4.42 | $4.55 | $4.78 | $4.92 | +21.5% |
| Cereal (family size) | $4.63 | $5.22 | $5.47 | $5.69 | $5.80 | +25.3% |
| Frozen Pizza | $5.86 | $6.96 | $7.59 | $8.13 | $8.21 | +40.1% |
Dining & Restaurants
Fast Food Meal
$11.57
Casual Dining
$21.18
Monthly Spend
$369
+3% YoYChain Restaurant Meal Prices — 2022 vs. Today
Combo meal / typical order for one
McDonald's
2022: $7.17
$11.57
+61.4%Wendy's
2022: $8.10
$12.50
+54.3%Chipotle
2022: $8.68
$12.96
+49.3%Starbucks
2022: $4.01
$5.57
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