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
$1,887
$1,711
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,537
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$90,490
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$484,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
98.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,883
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$93
👥 People living there
179,898
237,242
Commute to work
27.2 min
18.9 min
College degree
38.5%
47.5%
Own their home
66.4%
63.2%
Below poverty line
9.5%
10.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Boise City cheaper to live in?
Aurora 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 Aurora?
About $59,059 a year gives the same standard of living in Boise City.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Boise City?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $90,490 in Boise City, 12% more in Aurora.