salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Norfolk to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,628
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,322
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$71,299
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$289,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$2,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$147
👥 People living there
237,242
233,596
Commute to work
18.9 min
23 min
College degree
47.5%
33.5%
Own their home
63.2%
46.3%
Below poverty line
10.6%
16.5%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Norfolk for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $84,940 | $59,690 | -30% in Norfolk |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $103,760 | +28% in Norfolk |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $56,940 | -25% in Norfolk |
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $133,380 | +21% in Norfolk |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $100,340 | +20% in Norfolk |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,640 | $38,150 | -18% in Norfolk |
| Truck Driver | $60,330 | $50,460 | -16% in Norfolk |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,670 | $30,820 | -14% in Norfolk |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Norfolk cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Norfolk cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Norfolk to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,726 a year gives the same standard of living in Norfolk.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Norfolk?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $71,299 in Norfolk, 27% more in Boise City.