Meridian, Idaho vs. Grand Prairie, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Prairie, Texas is 14.7% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $42,658 in Grand Prairie, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Prairie, Texas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Grand Prairie
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Grand Prairie, TX
Compared to Meridian, Grand Prairie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  30.3% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher