Meridian, Idaho vs. Carson City, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carson City, Nevada is 6.6% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $46,709 in Carson City, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carson City, Nevada is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Carson City
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Carson City, NV
Compared to Meridian, Carson City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  7.4% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher