Fruitland, Idaho vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 31.1% more expensive than Fruitland, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $32,771 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Fruitland, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Fruitland, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Meridian
than in Fruitland, Idaho
Fruitland, ID vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Fruitland, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  25.2% higher
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher