Alpine, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 27.4% cheaper than Alpine, California.

You would need a salary of $87,132 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Alpine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Alpine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Meridian
than in Alpine, California
Alpine, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Alpine, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% 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
  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  30.8% lower
  Health
  12.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower