Meridian, Idaho vs. Richland, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richland, Washington is 15.4% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $63,418 in Richland, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richland, Washington is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Richland
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Richland, WA
Compared to Meridian, Richland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  11.8% lower
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower