Madera, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 17.3% more expensive than Madera, California.

You would need a salary of $58,663 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Madera, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Madera, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Meridian
than in Madera, California
Madera, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Madera, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.4% lower
  Commute
  6.9% lower
  Health
  9.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower