Bozeman, Montana vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 5.4% cheaper than Bozeman, Montana.

You would need a salary of $47,287 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Bozeman, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Bozeman, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Meridian
than in Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman, MT vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Bozeman, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  26.8% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower