salaryBirmingham 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
$1,291
$1,711
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,537
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$90,490
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$484,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
98.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,883
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$93
👥 People living there
198,173
237,242
Commute to work
20.8 min
18.9 min
College degree
31.1%
47.5%
Own their home
45.5%
63.2%
Below poverty line
24.7%
10.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Boise City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $94,650 | +53% in Boise City |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $76,280 | +49% in Boise City |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $84,940 | +40% in Boise City |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $109,780 | -36% in Boise City |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $83,680 | -32% in Boise City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $35,830 | +29% in Boise City |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $134,800 | +28% in Boise City |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $46,310 | +26% in Boise City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Boise City cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $1,711 in Boise City.
What salary do I need in Boise City to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $64,417 a year gives the same standard of living in Boise City.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Boise City?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $90,490 in Boise City, 45% more in Boise City.