Meridian, Idaho vs. Aiken, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aiken, South Carolina is 27.2% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $36,414 in Aiken, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aiken, South Carolina is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Aiken
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Aiken, SC
Compared to Meridian, Aiken is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.2% lower
      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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% higher
  Commute
  6.4% lower
  Health
  3.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower