Albany, New York vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 20.7% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $169,016 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Boise City
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Albany, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.2% lower
  Commute
  3.5% lower
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower