salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$1,711
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,537
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$90,490
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$484,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
98.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$2,883
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$93
👥 People living there
505,268
237,242
Commute to work
26.5 min
18.9 min
College degree
59.2%
47.5%
Own their home
46.4%
63.2%
Below poverty line
16.9%
10.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Boise City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $35,830 | +94% in Boise City |
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $76,280 | +61% in Boise City |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $84,940 | +39% in Boise City |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $81,280 | -32% in Boise City |
| Operations Manager | $111,410 | $83,680 | -25% in Boise City |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,030 | $62,380 | -21% in Boise City |
| Lawyer | $138,210 | $109,780 | -21% in Boise City |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $134,800 | +21% in Boise City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Boise City cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Boise City cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Boise City to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $59,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Boise City.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Boise City?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $90,490 in Boise City, 2% more in Atlanta.