College Station, Texas vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 33.9% more expensive than College Station, Texas.

You would need a salary of $66,949 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in College Station, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than College Station, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Meridian
than in College Station, Texas
College Station, TX vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to College Station, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.9% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  29.0% higher
  Health
  0.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher