Owensboro, Kentucky vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 47.8% more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $55,915 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
165% more expensive in Meridian
than in Owensboro, Kentucky
Owensboro, KY vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Owensboro, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.8% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  22.0% higher
  Health
  18.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower