Dallas, Texas vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 17.3% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $146,658 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Meridian
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Dallas, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  22.8% lower
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower