Meridian, Idaho vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 18.9% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $81,097 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Richmond
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Meridian, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.9% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% higher