Meridian, Idaho vs. Livingston, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Livingston, Montana is 13.2% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $43,376 in Livingston, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Livingston, Montana is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
31% cheaper in Livingston
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Livingston, MT
Compared to Meridian, Livingston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  16.9% lower
  Health
  1.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher