salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Henderson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$151
👥 People living there
237,242
332,141
Commute to work
18.9 min
24.3 min
College degree
47.5%
37.4%
Own their home
63.2%
66.1%
Below poverty line
10.6%
9%
Unemployment
3.6%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $150,510 | +37% in Henderson |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $103,760 | +28% in Henderson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,830 | $27,110 | -24% in Henderson |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $62,380 | +23% in Henderson |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $59,280 | -22% in Henderson |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $74,670 | +20% in Henderson |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $97,290 | +16% in Henderson |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,220 | $45,350 | +16% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Henderson cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $61,112 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Henderson?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $97,214 in Henderson, 7% more in Henderson.