salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Detroit to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,347
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,153
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$43,073
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$83,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$1,402
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$196
👥 People living there
237,242
638,530
Commute to work
18.9 min
24.8 min
College degree
47.5%
18.1%
Own their home
63.2%
50.3%
Below poverty line
10.6%
32.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
14%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Detroit | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $56,940 | $86,370 | +52% in Detroit |
| Electrician | $61,610 | $81,990 | +33% in Detroit |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $65,810 | +29% in Detroit |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $103,670 | +28% in Detroit |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $104,010 | +24% in Detroit |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $77,100 | +24% in Detroit |
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $134,980 | +23% in Detroit |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $62,730 | -18% in Detroit |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Detroit cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Detroit cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Detroit to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $61,163 a year gives the same standard of living in Detroit.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Detroit?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $43,073 in Detroit, 110% more in Boise City.