Meridian, Idaho vs. Bristol, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bristol, Maine is 15.8% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $42,110 in Bristol, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bristol, Maine is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Bristol
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Bristol, ME
Compared to Meridian, Bristol is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  19.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  24.6% lower
  Health
  5.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher