Meridian, Idaho vs. Lompoc, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lompoc, California is 1.1% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $75,167 in Lompoc, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lompoc, California is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
1% cheaper in Lompoc
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Lompoc, CA
Compared to Meridian, Lompoc is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  7.6% higher
  Health
  12.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher

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