salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Milwaukee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,284
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,170
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$58,491
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$184,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$3,668
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$156
👥 People living there
237,242
566,973
Commute to work
18.9 min
22.4 min
College degree
47.5%
27.4%
Own their home
63.2%
41.8%
Below poverty line
10.6%
22.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Milwaukee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $125,490 | +50% in Milwaukee |
| Plumber | $56,940 | $84,700 | +49% in Milwaukee |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $49,760 | -35% in Milwaukee |
| Electrician | $61,610 | $77,800 | +26% in Milwaukee |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $63,910 | +26% in Milwaukee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $102,120 | +26% in Milwaukee |
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $131,100 | +19% in Milwaukee |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $73,880 | +18% in Milwaukee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Milwaukee cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Milwaukee cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Milwaukee to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,113 a year gives the same standard of living in Milwaukee.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Milwaukee?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $58,491 in Milwaukee, 55% more in Boise City.