Meridian, Idaho vs. Emmett, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emmett, Idaho is 17.3% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $41,350 in Emmett, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emmett, Idaho is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Emmett
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Emmett, ID
Compared to Meridian, Emmett is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  13.7% higher
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower