Meridian, Idaho vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 19.4% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $80,591 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Houston
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Meridian, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  31.6% higher
  Health
  5.2% lower
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  Personal
  3.4% higher
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