Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Dana Point, California


The cost of living in Dana Point, California is 72.8% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $172,832 in Dana Point, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dana Point, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
179% more expensive in Dana Point
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Dana Point, CA
Compared to Meridian, Dana Point is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  72.8% 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
  13.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  193.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.4% higher
  Commute
  28.7% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher

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