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
$1,932
$1,711
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,537
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$90,490
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$484,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
98.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$2,883
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$93
👥 People living there
979,539
237,242
Commute to work
23.7 min
18.9 min
College degree
59.6%
47.5%
Own their home
43.4%
63.2%
Below poverty line
12%
10.6%
Unemployment
4.7%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Boise City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $35,830 | +31% in Boise City |
| Firefighter | $58,830 | $76,280 | +30% in Boise City |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $83,680 | -29% in Boise City |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $109,780 | -28% in Boise City |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,460 | $62,380 | -22% in Boise City |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,590 | $81,280 | -22% in Boise City |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,530 | $44,480 | +15% in Boise City |
| Dental Hygienist | $105,480 | $94,650 | -10% in Boise City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Boise City cheaper to live in?
Austin 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 Austin?
About $60,199 a year gives the same standard of living in Boise City.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Boise City?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $90,490 in Boise City, 12% more in Austin.