salaryBoise City is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Boise City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,711
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,537
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$90,490
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$484,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
98.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,883
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$93
👥 People living there
236,254
237,242
Commute to work
26.2 min
18.9 min
College degree
77.1%
47.5%
Own their home
41.3%
63.2%
Below poverty line
7.4%
10.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Boise City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $83,680 | -47% in Boise City |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $109,780 | -44% in Boise City |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $81,280 | -36% in Boise City |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $62,380 | -28% in Boise City |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $76,700 | -25% in Boise City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,230 | -23% in Boise City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $35,830 | -22% in Boise City |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $56,940 | -21% in Boise City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Boise City cheaper to live in?
Boise City is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,711 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Boise City to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $54,218 a year gives the same standard of living in Boise City.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Boise City?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $90,490 in Boise City, 69% more in Arlington.