Meridian, Idaho vs. Kenai, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kenai, Alaska is 15.7% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $42,152 in Kenai, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kenai, Alaska is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Kenai
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Kenai, AK
Compared to Meridian, Kenai is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  29.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% higher
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  29.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.5% higher