Homer, Alaska vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 12.5% more expensive than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $56,268 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Homer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Meridian
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Homer, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  23.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.8% lower
  Commute
  34.7% higher
  Health
  22.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% lower