Helena, Montana vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 19.2% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $47,686 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Meridian
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Helena, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.2% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  48.7% higher
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower