Meridian, Idaho vs. Allentown, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Allentown, Pennsylvania is 21.5% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $58,861 in Allentown, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allentown, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Allentown
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Allentown, PA
Compared to Meridian, Allentown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% 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
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% higher
  Commute
  11.1% higher
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher