Big Bear City, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 14.4% more expensive than Big Bear City, California.

You would need a salary of $85,787 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Big Bear City, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Big Bear City, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Meridian
than in Big Bear City, California
Big Bear City, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Big Bear City, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  16.2% lower
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower