salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spokane to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,489
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,351
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$75,564
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$363,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$2,947
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$139
👥 People living there
237,242
230,293
Commute to work
18.9 min
20.6 min
College degree
47.5%
33.9%
Own their home
63.2%
58.8%
Below poverty line
10.6%
13.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Spokane | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,230 | $98,800 | +61% in Spokane |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $119,420 | +43% in Spokane |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,830 | $48,560 | +36% in Spokane |
| Electrician | $61,610 | $79,830 | +30% in Spokane |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $104,180 | +28% in Spokane |
| Plumber | $56,940 | $72,800 | +28% in Spokane |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,650 | $116,690 | +23% in Spokane |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $61,900 | +22% in Spokane |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Spokane cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Spokane cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Spokane to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $61,192 a year gives the same standard of living in Spokane.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Spokane?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $75,564 in Spokane, 20% more in Boise City.