Buchanan, Michigan vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 45.0% more expensive than Buchanan, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $87,026 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Buchanan, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Buchanan, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
224% more expensive in Meridian
than in Buchanan, Michigan
Buchanan, MI vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Buchanan, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.0% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  322.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  20.7% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher