San Antonio, Texas vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 32.0% more expensive than San Antonio, Texas.

You would need a salary of $145,156 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in San Antonio, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is more expensive than San Antonio, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Meridian
than in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to San Antonio, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.0% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  9.0% lower
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher