Meridian, Idaho vs. Whitefish, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whitefish, Montana is 7.8% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $53,882 in Whitefish, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whitefish, Montana is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in Whitefish
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Whitefish, MT
Compared to Meridian, Whitefish is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  17.6% lower
  Health
  0.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher

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