Meridian, Idaho vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 32.2% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $33,924 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Decatur
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Meridian, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.2% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  15.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower