Clinton, Iowa vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 68.3% more expensive than Clinton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $84,164 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Clinton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Clinton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
336% more expensive in Meridian
than in Clinton, Iowa
Clinton, IA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Clinton, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  68.3% higher
      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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  255.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  46.5% higher
  Health
  14.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower