Issaquah, Washington vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 32.4% cheaper than Issaquah, Washington.

You would need a salary of $67,637 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Issaquah, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Issaquah, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Meridian
than in Issaquah, Washington
Issaquah, WA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Issaquah, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.4% 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
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.9% higher
  Commute
  33.9% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.9% lower