Cost of Living Calculator - New Orleans, Louisiana vs Meridian, Idaho


The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 16.6% more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $58,317 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Meridian
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs Meridian, ID
Compared to New Orleans, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.6% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  31.8% lower
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower

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