Meridian, Idaho vs. Sterling, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sterling, Virginia is 11.9% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $55,949 in Sterling, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sterling, Virginia is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Sterling
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Sterling, VA
Compared to Meridian, Sterling is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  17.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  31.2% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.7% higher