Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 27.3% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $11,455 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Meridian
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Idaho Falls, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.3% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  21.5% higher
  Health
  7.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher