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


The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 39.3% cheaper than Newark, California.

You would need a salary of $30,338 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Newark, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Meridian
than in Newark, California
Newark, CA vs Meridian, ID
Compared to Newark, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.3% 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
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  23.9% lower
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% lower

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