Salem, Oregon vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 15.7% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $52,075 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Meridian
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Salem, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  5.9% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher