Meridian, Idaho vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 28.7% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $57,046 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Columbia
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Meridian, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.7% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.6% higher
  Commute
  15.5% lower
  Health
  15.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher