Meridian, Idaho vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 33.5% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $84,452 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Topeka
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Meridian, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.2% higher
  Commute
  18.3% lower
  Health
  7.6% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.3% higher
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