Meridian, Idaho vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 19.2% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $40,380 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Tucson
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Meridian, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.2% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  6.9% higher
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher