Cost of Living in Boise
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Boise, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Boise is below the New York City baseline (composite index 58 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)46
Groceries index76
Dining out index68
Transport index42
Utilities index58
Median annual salary$56,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate5.80%
Est. monthly childcare$950
Est. monthly healthcare premium$420
YoY inflation2.9%
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