Meridian, Idaho vs. Allen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Allen, Texas is 8.7% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $45,654 in Allen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allen, Texas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Overall1 is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Overall1
6% cheaper in Allen
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Allen, TX
Compared to Meridian, Allen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  0.7% lower
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower