salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$142
👥 People living there
237,242
185,913
Commute to work
18.9 min
23.2 min
College degree
47.5%
24.1%
Own their home
63.2%
41.9%
Below poverty line
10.6%
17.6%
Unemployment
3.6%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $150,510 | +37% in Paradise |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $103,760 | +28% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,830 | $27,110 | -24% in Paradise |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $62,380 | +23% in Paradise |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $59,280 | -22% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $74,670 | +20% in Paradise |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $97,290 | +16% in Paradise |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,220 | $45,350 | +16% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Paradise cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $61,112 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Paradise?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $63,836 in Paradise, 42% more in Boise City.