Meridian, Idaho vs. Phoenix, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Oregon is 15.3% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $42,363 in Phoenix, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Oregon is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Phoenix, OR
Compared to Meridian, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.3% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  7.0% lower
  Health
  5.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher