Meridian, Idaho vs. Rancho San Diego, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho San Diego, California is 26.4% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $94,810 in Rancho San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho San Diego, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Rancho San Diego
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Rancho San Diego, CA
Compared to Meridian, Rancho San Diego is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% 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
  15.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.5% higher
  Commute
  38.8% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% higher