Montpelier, Vermont vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 18.7% more expensive than Montpelier, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $39,579 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Montpelier, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Montpelier, Vermont
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Meridian
than in Montpelier, Vermont
Montpelier, VT vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Montpelier, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  13.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.2% lower
  Commute
  34.9% higher
  Health
  22.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower