Meridian, Idaho vs. Los Angeles, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 48.7% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $74,346 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Meridian, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.7% higher
      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
  10.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  113.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  82.9% higher
  Health
  10.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher