Franklin, Tennessee vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 14.4% cheaper than Franklin, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $68,448 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Franklin, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Franklin, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Meridian
than in Franklin, Tennessee
Franklin, TN vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Franklin, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  10.4% lower
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% lower