Bowie, Maryland vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 7.5% cheaper than Bowie, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $46,254 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Bowie, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Bowie, Maryland
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
36% cheaper in Meridian
than in Bowie, Maryland
Bowie, MD vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Bowie, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.0% lower
  Commute
  36.2% lower
  Health
  15.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% lower