Meridian, Idaho vs. Arroyo Grande, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arroyo Grande, California is 29.2% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $56,434 in Arroyo Grande, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arroyo Grande, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Arroyo Grande
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Arroyo Grande, CA
Compared to Meridian, Arroyo Grande is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  16.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  117.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  4.8% higher
  Health
  8.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher