San Fernando, California vs. Meridian, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Idaho is 19.7% cheaper than San Fernando, California.

You would need a salary of $40,169 in Meridian, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in San Fernando, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Idaho is cheaper than San Fernando, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Meridian
than in San Fernando, California
San Fernando, CA vs. Meridian, ID
Compared to San Fernando, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.7% lower
      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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  43.5% lower
  Health
  11.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower