Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Salem, Utah


The cost of living in Salem, Utah is 4.1% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $78,101 in Salem, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Utah is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Salem
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Salem, UT
Compared to Meridian, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower

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