Meridian, Idaho vs. Shoreline, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Shoreline, Washington is 34.1% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $67,046 in Shoreline, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Shoreline, Washington is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Shoreline
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Shoreline, WA
Compared to Meridian, Shoreline is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.1% 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
  13.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.1% lower
  Commute
  57.9% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.0% higher

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