Meridian, Idaho vs. Gilbert, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gilbert, Arizona is 3.5% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $207,089 in Gilbert, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gilbert, Arizona is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Gilbert
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Gilbert, AZ
Compared to Meridian, Gilbert is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  30.6% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher