salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$157
👥 People living there
237,242
2,328,253
Commute to work
18.9 min
27.2 min
College degree
47.5%
36.6%
Own their home
63.2%
42.1%
Below poverty line
10.6%
19.9%
Unemployment
3.6%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $157,980 | +44% in Houston |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $119,600 | +43% in Houston |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $113,440 | +40% in Houston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,830 | $22,080 | -38% in Houston |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $59,120 | -22% in Houston |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,480 | $38,000 | -15% in Houston |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,640 | $40,380 | -13% in Houston |
| Police Officer | $84,940 | $74,570 | -12% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Houston cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Houston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $60,145 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Houston?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $69,901 in Houston, 29% more in Boise City.