Ephrata, Washington vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 39.9% more expensive than Ephrata, Washington.

You would need a salary of $69,953 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Ephrata, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Ephrata, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% more expensive in Meridian
than in Ephrata, Washington
Ephrata, WA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Ephrata, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.9% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  98.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.8% higher
  Commute
  18.6% higher
  Health
  5.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower