Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Amherst, New York


The cost of living in Amherst, New York is 24.1% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $56,964 in Amherst, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Amherst, New York is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Amherst
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Amherst, NY
Compared to Meridian, Amherst is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  10.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  3.3% higher
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% lower

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