Meridian, Idaho vs. Simi Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Simi Valley, California is 28.1% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $64,051 in Simi Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Simi Valley, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Simi Valley
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Simi Valley, CA
Compared to Meridian, Simi Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.1% 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
  14.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  22.0% higher
  Health
  6.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher