salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Richmond to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,644
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,520
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$69,657
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$353,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$3,150
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$141
👥 People living there
237,242
229,359
Commute to work
18.9 min
21.7 min
College degree
47.5%
45.6%
Own their home
63.2%
43.5%
Below poverty line
10.6%
18.2%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Richmond for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Richmond | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $144,910 | +32% in Richmond |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $81,660 | +31% in Richmond |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $108,670 | +30% in Richmond |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $105,190 | +29% in Richmond |
| Police Officer | $84,940 | $62,720 | -26% in Richmond |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $60,790 | -20% in Richmond |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,650 | $104,250 | +10% in Richmond |
| Accountant | $76,700 | $84,220 | +10% in Richmond |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Richmond cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Richmond cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Richmond to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,675 a year gives the same standard of living in Richmond.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Richmond?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $69,657 in Richmond, 30% more in Boise City.