Zip 83642 (Meridian, ID) Rankings


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The Rankings of 83642 Meridian, Idaho, vary across a range of categories including cost of living, job market, crime rate, and education. According to BestPlaces, 83642 Meridian ranks as the 17th most expensive city in Idaho with a cost of living index of 103.9 out of 100. With an unemployment rate of 2.3%, it has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state and comes in at 8th place overall for job market rankings. Additionally, its crime rate is one of the lowest in the state at just 1.78 per 1,000 residents which puts it 4th overall in terms of safety rankings. On Education rankings, 83642 Meridian ranks 15th with an average SAT score of just under 1200 and a graduation rate that is slightly above average for the state at 84.7%. Overall, these rankings reflect that 83642 Meridian is an affordable city with a strong economy and low levels of crime making it attractive to potential residents.

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I lived in Meridian, Idaho for five years. If your choosing Idaho for your retirement, good choice. If your still working and growing your nest egg and have children in  More

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