Meridian, Idaho vs. Columbia, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is 24.2% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $56,835 in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Columbia
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Meridian, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  18.4% lower
  Health
  24.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher