Meridian, Idaho vs. Bozeman, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bozeman, Montana is 5.7% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $52,869 in Bozeman, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bozeman, Montana is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Bozeman
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Bozeman, MT
Compared to Meridian, Bozeman is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  21.1% lower
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher