salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Rochester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$155
👥 People living there
237,242
208,772
Commute to work
18.9 min
19.3 min
College degree
47.5%
30%
Own their home
63.2%
38.1%
Below poverty line
10.6%
27.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $148,150 | +35% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $56,940 | $73,580 | +29% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,830 | $45,310 | +26% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $61,610 | $77,310 | +25% in Rochester |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $103,690 | +24% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $77,170 | +24% in Rochester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $97,240 | +20% in Rochester |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $59,490 | +17% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Rochester cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,173 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Rochester?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $50,919 in Rochester, 78% more in Boise City.