Wasilla, Alaska vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 5.4% more expensive than Wasilla, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $115,970 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Wasilla, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Wasilla, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Meridian
than in Wasilla, Alaska
Wasilla, AK vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Wasilla, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  30.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.1% lower
  Commute
  25.5% lower
  Health
  21.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% lower