Meridian, Idaho vs. Mena, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mena, Arkansas is 39.3% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $30,338 in Mena, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mena, Arkansas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Mena
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Mena, AR
Compared to Meridian, Mena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.3% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower