Carson City, Nevada vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 7.0% more expensive than Carson City, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $53,523 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Carson City, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Carson City, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Meridian
than in Carson City, Nevada
Carson City, NV vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Carson City, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  8.0% higher
  Health
  8.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower