Meridian, Idaho vs. West Chester, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chester, Pennsylvania is 4.9% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $52,447 in West Chester, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chester, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in West Chester
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. West Chester, PA
Compared to Meridian, West Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  17.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.4% higher
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  5.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% higher