Portland, Oregon vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 10.5% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $44,751 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Meridian
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Portland, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  30.4% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
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  Personal
  14.2% lower
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