Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Houston, Alaska


The cost of living in Houston, Alaska is 10.9% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $66,835 in Houston, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Alaska is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Houston
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Houston, AK
Compared to Meridian, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% 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
  41.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.4% higher
  Commute
  46.7% higher
  Health
  26.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% higher

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