salaryBoise City is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irvine to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$113
👥 People living there
237,242
311,690
Commute to work
18.9 min
24.7 min
College degree
47.5%
70.6%
Own their home
63.2%
44.5%
Below poverty line
10.6%
10.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $194,410 | +77% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,230 | $101,860 | +66% in Irvine |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $125,830 | +50% in Irvine |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $121,560 | +50% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $75,740 | +49% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $84,940 | $121,980 | +44% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $97,880 | $135,560 | +38% in Irvine |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $82,990 | +33% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Boise City is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,711 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $69,254 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Irvine?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $147,451 in Irvine, 39% more in Irvine.