Meridian, Idaho vs. Richmond, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Kentucky is 28.3% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $35,865 in Richmond, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Kentucky is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Richmond
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Richmond, KY
Compared to Meridian, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.3% lower
      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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower