Meridian, Idaho vs. Astoria, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Astoria, Oregon is 13.6% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $43,207 in Astoria, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Astoria, Oregon is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Astoria
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Astoria, OR
Compared to Meridian, Astoria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.7% lower
  Commute
  15.3% lower
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher