Meridian, Idaho vs. Bend, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bend, Oregon is 10.8% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $33,241 in Bend, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bend, Oregon is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Bend
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Bend, OR
Compared to Meridian, Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  8.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  8.6% lower
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher