South San Francisco, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 45.5% cheaper than South San Francisco, California.

You would need a salary of $27,266 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in South San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than South San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Meridian
than in South San Francisco, California
South San Francisco, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to South San Francisco, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.5% 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
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  37.7% lower
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.8% lower