Roy, Utah vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 12.1% more expensive than Roy, Utah.

You would need a salary of $15,695 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Roy, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Roy, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Meridian
than in Roy, Utah
Roy, UT vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Roy, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  0.4% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower