Meridian, Idaho vs. Cave Creek, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cave Creek, Arizona is 32.7% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $66,371 in Cave Creek, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cave Creek, Arizona is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Cave Creek
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Cave Creek, AZ
Compared to Meridian, Cave Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% 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
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  33.2% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher