Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Fresno, California


The cost of living in Fresno, California is 12.8% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $52,304 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Fresno
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Fresno, CA
Compared to Meridian, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% higher
  Commute
  12.5% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher

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