Oakland, California vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 34.0% cheaper than Oakland, California.

You would need a salary of $59,405 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Boise City
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Oakland, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.0% lower
      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
  15.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  32.8% lower
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower