Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Elk City, Idaho


The cost of living in Elk City, Idaho is 33.2% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $50,145 in Elk City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk City, Idaho is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Elk City
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Elk City, ID
Compared to Meridian, Elk City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.2% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  23.8% lower
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower

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