Fort Collins, Colorado vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 1.5% more expensive than Fort Collins, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $56,864 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Fort Collins, Colorado
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% more expensive in Meridian
than in Fort Collins, Colorado
Fort Collins, CO vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Fort Collins, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  14.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower