Meridian, Idaho vs. St. Louis, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Louis, Missouri is 30.2% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $34,895 in St. Louis, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Louis, Missouri is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in St. Louis
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. St._Louis, MO
Compared to Meridian, St._Louis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.2% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% higher
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower