Meridian, Idaho vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 52.8% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $76,414 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Irvine
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Meridian, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.8% higher
      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
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  167.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  22.8% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher