Meridian, Idaho vs. St. Paul, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Paul, Minnesota is 16.8% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $8,321 in St. Paul, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Paul, Minnesota is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in St. Paul
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. St. Paul, MN
Compared to Meridian, St. Paul is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  21.2% higher
  Health
  24.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher