Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Washington, District of Columbia


The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 27.1% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $95,316 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Washington
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Washington, DC
Compared to Meridian, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.1% 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
  21.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.4% higher
  Commute
  49.7% higher
  Health
  4.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher

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