Meridian, Idaho vs. Ada, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ada, Michigan is 2.7% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $51,350 in Ada, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ada, Michigan is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Ada
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Ada, MI
Compared to Meridian, Ada is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  7.1% higher
  Health
  19.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher