Meridian, Idaho vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 15.9% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $83,484 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Reston
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Meridian, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.9% 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
  18.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  36.5% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.3% higher