salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Charlotte to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,690
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$88,510
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$385,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$2,808
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$126
👥 People living there
237,242
903,844
Commute to work
18.9 min
24.7 min
College degree
47.5%
48%
Own their home
63.2%
51%
Below poverty line
10.6%
11.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Charlotte for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Charlotte | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $38,700 | -49% in Charlotte |
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $157,180 | +43% in Charlotte |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $110,790 | +36% in Charlotte |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $112,730 | +35% in Charlotte |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $82,930 | +33% in Charlotte |
| Police Officer | $84,940 | $63,190 | -26% in Charlotte |
| Accountant | $76,700 | $92,910 | +21% in Charlotte |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,480 | $38,850 | -13% in Charlotte |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Charlotte cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Charlotte cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Charlotte to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,364 a year gives the same standard of living in Charlotte.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Charlotte?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $88,510 in Charlotte, 2% more in Boise City.