Cost of Living Calculator - Aurora, Illinois vs Meridian, Idaho


The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 33.0% more expensive than Aurora, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $99,765 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Aurora, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
97% more expensive in Meridian
than in Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, IL vs Meridian, ID
Compared to Aurora, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.0% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  0.0% higher
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower

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