Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Palm Desert, California


The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is 4.2% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $78,165 in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Meridian, Palm Desert is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.3% higher
  Commute
  39.2% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher

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