Meridian, Idaho vs. Jackson, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Michigan is 31.7% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $34,135 in Jackson, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Michigan is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Jackson
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Jackson, MI
Compared to Meridian, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  0.1% higher
  Health
  8.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher