Meridian, Idaho vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 21.4% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $39,283 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Meridian, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  8.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower