Meridian, Idaho vs. Beaumont, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Beaumont, Texas is 34.3% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $32,869 in Beaumont, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Beaumont, Texas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Beaumont
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Beaumont, TX
Compared to Meridian, Beaumont is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  8.0% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher