Meridian, Idaho vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 9.2% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $81,899 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Austin
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Meridian, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.2% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  21.6% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher