Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Baton Rouge, Louisiana


The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 22.6% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $69,646 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Meridian, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.6% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  23.2% higher
  Health
  15.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower

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