Cost of Living Calculator - Downey, California vs Meridian, Idaho


The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 22.3% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $38,887 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Meridian
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs Meridian, ID
Compared to Downey, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.3% 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
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  43.0% lower
  Health
  11.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% lower

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