Salinas, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 15.7% cheaper than Salinas, California.

You would need a salary of $75,907 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Meridian
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to Salinas, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  10.0% lower
  Health
  30.2% lower
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  Personal
  5.8% lower
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