Meridian, Idaho vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 31.0% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $49,701 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Jackson
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Meridian, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.0% 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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower