Meridian, Idaho vs. Fountain Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fountain Valley, California is 51.8% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $91,089 in Fountain Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fountain Valley, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
114% more expensive in Fountain Valley
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Fountain Valley, CA
Compared to Meridian, Fountain Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.8% higher
      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
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  151.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  30.2% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher