Phoenix, Arizona vs. Meridian, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Colorado is 31.9% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $98,942 in Meridian, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Colorado is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Meridian
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Meridian, CO
Compared to Phoenix, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  107.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  10.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% higher