Meridian, Idaho vs. Fort Worth, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Worth, Texas is 15.4% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $101,468 in Fort Worth, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Worth, Texas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Fort Worth
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Fort Worth, TX
Compared to Meridian, Fort Worth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  26.0% higher
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% higher