Cost of Living Calculator - Monterey, California vs Meridian, Idaho


The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 32.2% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $84,691 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Meridian
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs Meridian, ID
Compared to Monterey, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.2% 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
  14.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  30.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower

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