Diamond Springs, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 2.9% cheaper than Diamond Springs, California.

You would need a salary of $72,789 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Diamond Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Diamond Springs, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Meridian
than in Diamond Springs, California
Diamond Springs, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Diamond Springs, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  23.0% lower
  Health
  5.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% lower