salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chesapeake to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,849
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,567
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$102,860
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$378,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$3,108
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$178
👥 People living there
237,242
252,583
Commute to work
18.9 min
25.8 min
College degree
47.5%
36.9%
Own their home
63.2%
74.4%
Below poverty line
10.6%
9.4%
Unemployment
3.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Chesapeake for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Chesapeake | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $84,940 | $59,690 | -30% in Chesapeake |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $103,760 | +28% in Chesapeake |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $56,940 | -25% in Chesapeake |
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $133,380 | +21% in Chesapeake |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $100,340 | +20% in Chesapeake |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,640 | $38,150 | -18% in Chesapeake |
| Truck Driver | $60,330 | $50,460 | -16% in Chesapeake |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,670 | $30,820 | -14% in Chesapeake |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Chesapeake cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Chesapeake cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chesapeake to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,726 a year gives the same standard of living in Chesapeake.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Chesapeake?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $102,860 in Chesapeake, 12% more in Chesapeake.