Elgin, Oregon vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 48.3% more expensive than Elgin, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $74,155 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Elgin, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
126% more expensive in Meridian
than in Elgin, Oregon
Elgin, OR vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Elgin, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.3% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  131.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower