Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Foster City, California


The cost of living in Foster City, California is 134.0% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $117,004 in Foster City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Foster City, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
240% more expensive in Foster City
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Foster City, CA
Compared to Meridian, Foster City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  134.0% 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
  24.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  372.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  64.4% higher
  Health
  17.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.6% higher

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