Bellingham, Washington vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 3.8% cheaper than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $43,283 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Bellingham, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Meridian
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Bellingham, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.6% higher
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% lower