Santee, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 19.8% cheaper than Santee, California.

You would need a salary of $40,088 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Santee, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Santee, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Meridian
than in Santee, California
Santee, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Santee, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% 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
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.9% lower
  Commute
  26.8% lower
  Health
  12.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower