Meridian, Idaho vs. Washington, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, Utah is 5.1% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $47,426 in Washington, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, Utah is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
7% cheaper in Washington
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Washington, UT
Compared to Meridian, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% lower
      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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  10.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower