Arcata, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 9.5% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $109,519 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Meridian
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Arcata, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.5% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower