salaryBoise City is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Providence to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$126
👥 People living there
237,242
191,767
Commute to work
18.9 min
25 min
College degree
47.5%
34.6%
Own their home
63.2%
41.4%
Below poverty line
10.6%
20.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $128,580 | +58% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,230 | $86,720 | +42% in Providence |
| Plumber | $56,940 | $79,820 | +40% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $83,960 | +35% in Providence |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $110,360 | +32% in Providence |
| Accountant | $76,700 | $95,020 | +24% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $61,910 | +22% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $133,000 | +21% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Providence cheaper to live in?
Boise City is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,711 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $62,062 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Providence?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $73,466 in Providence, 23% more in Boise City.