Joshua Tree, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 14.3% more expensive than Joshua Tree, California.

You would need a salary of $57,136 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Joshua Tree, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Joshua Tree, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Meridian
than in Joshua Tree, California
Joshua Tree, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Joshua Tree, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower