Meridian, Idaho vs. Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Highlands Ranch, Colorado is 20.8% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $72,456 in Highlands Ranch, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Highlands Ranch, Colorado is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Highlands Ranch
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Highlands Ranch, CO
Compared to Meridian, Highlands Ranch is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.8% 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
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  27.1% higher
  Health
  17.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.3% higher