Olympia, Washington vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 4.1% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $20,822 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Boise City
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Olympia, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.0% higher
  Commute
  7.2% lower
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower