West Valley City, Utah vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 7.0% more expensive than West Valley City, Utah.

You would need a salary of $64,228 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in West Valley City, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than West Valley City, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Meridian
than in West Valley City, Utah
West Valley City, UT vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to West Valley City, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower