Sacramento, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 2.5% cheaper than Sacramento, California.

You would need a salary of $97,451 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Sacramento, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Meridian
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Sacramento, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  25.3% lower
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower