Meridian, Idaho vs. Montgomery, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Texas is 13.1% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $65,190 in Montgomery, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Texas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Montgomery
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Montgomery, TX
Compared to Meridian, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% higher
  Commute
  13.3% higher
  Health
  0.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher