Elkridge, Maryland vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 2.4% more expensive than Elkridge, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $122,904 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkridge, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Elkridge, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Meridian
than in Elkridge, Maryland
Elkridge, MD vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Elkridge, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.9% lower