Pasadena, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 36.2% cheaper than Pasadena, California.

You would need a salary of $31,889 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Pasadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Pasadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Meridian
than in Pasadena, California
Pasadena, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Pasadena, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.2% 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
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% lower
  Commute
  41.9% lower
  Health
  15.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower