Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Carmichael, California


The cost of living in Carmichael, California is 10.2% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $55,105 in Carmichael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carmichael, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Carmichael
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Carmichael, CA
Compared to Meridian, Carmichael is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  12.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  34.1% higher
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher

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