Meridian, Idaho vs. Penn Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Penn Valley, California is 6.7% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $53,333 in Penn Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Penn Valley, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Penn Valley
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Penn Valley, CA
Compared to Meridian, Penn Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.9% higher
  Commute
  4.8% higher
  Health
  20.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.0% higher