Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Kansas City, Missouri


The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 25.8% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $74,177 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Kansas City, MO
Compared to Meridian, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.8% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% higher
  Commute
  1.9% lower
  Health
  2.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher

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