Pocatello, Idaho vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 35.0% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $43,198 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Boise City
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Pocatello, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.0% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  13.7% higher
  Health
  6.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher