Meridian, Idaho vs. Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin is 35.3% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $64,726 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Wisconsin Rapids
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Compared to Meridian, Wisconsin Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.3% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  16.5% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher