| | Meridian, MS | Kihei, HI | United States |
| Overall | 73.1 | 160.2 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 97.0 | 152.6 | 100 |
| Health | 106.8 | 100.1 | 100 |
| Housing | 31.8 | 276.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $107,700 | $1,049,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,260.0% | 17,700.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 66.7 | 88.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 76.0 | 96.2 | 100 |
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Reviews for Meridian 
4 Reviews
Meridian has so much to offer for a great stay, it’s affordable for visiting and for those who want to move to a family friendly town. More
I lived in Meridian at one time. It's one of many places I've lived across the country so I feel I have a lot of places to compare to it.
If you check the crime stats , More
Meridian has, essentially 3 parts. In one section, the residents are financially secure and these neighborhoods are fairly insulated from the criminal and related More
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I live in Kihei, on the sunny South West shore of the island of Maui. Do
not believe all the rubbish you hear about Hawaii being an expensive place to
live. Much More
we have lived here for over 20 years, raised our kids and really enjoyed living here. the cost of living here has gone out of control. we are retiring soon and plan to More
Hawaii is a wonderful state to live in for many reasons. We have wonderful weather (no need for those winter clothes!!) which is great for outdoors most of the year. More
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