Santa Ana, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 18.2% cheaper than Santa Ana, California.

You would need a salary of $71,198 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Ana, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Santa Ana, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Meridian
than in Santa Ana, California
Santa Ana, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Santa Ana, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.2% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  19.6% lower
  Health
  7.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower

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