Meridian, Idaho vs. Meridian, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Mississippi is 39.5% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $30,253 in Meridian, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Mississippi is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Meridian, MS
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Meridian, MS
Compared to Meridian, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.5% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  26.2% lower
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower