Lima, Ohio vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 63.0% more expensive than Lima, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $81,499 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Lima, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Lima, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
299% more expensive in Meridian
than in Lima, Ohio
Lima, OH vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Lima, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  63.0% 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
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  628.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  27.0% higher
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower