Meridian, Idaho vs. Derby, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Derby, Kansas is 25.3% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $37,342 in Derby, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Derby, Kansas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Derby
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Derby, KS
Compared to Meridian, Derby is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.3% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.4% higher
  Commute
  10.4% lower
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher