Melba, Idaho vs. Bakersfield, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is 13.8% cheaper than Melba, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $43,083 in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Melba, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is cheaper than Melba, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Bakersfield
than in Melba, Idaho
Melba, ID vs. Bakersfield, CA
Compared to Melba, Bakersfield is:
  Homeowner
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  13.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.7% higher
  Commute
  5.9% higher
  Health
  9.8% lower
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  Personal
  10.6% higher
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