Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Meridian, Idaho


The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 37.2% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $130,297 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Meridian
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs Meridian, ID
Compared to Columbus, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.2% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  105.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  0.3% higher
  Health
  12.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher

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