salaryBoise City is 7% 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
$2,087
$1,711
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,537
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$90,490
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$484,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
98.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,883
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$93
👥 People living there
394,432
237,242
Commute to work
28.6 min
18.9 min
College degree
33.6%
47.5%
Own their home
62.4%
63.2%
Below poverty line
11.9%
10.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes.
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Boise City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $83,680 | -41% in Boise City |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $109,780 | -38% in Boise City |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $62,380 | -37% in Boise City |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $81,280 | -36% in Boise City |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $76,700 | -23% in Boise City |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $50,850 | -22% in Boise City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $61,230 | -20% in Boise City |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $39,220 | -20% in Boise City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Boise City cheaper to live in?
Boise City is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,711 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Boise City to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,808 a year gives the same standard of living in Boise City.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Boise City?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $90,490 in Boise City, 5% more in Aurora.