Portland, Oregon vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 12.0% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $81,832 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Boise City
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Portland, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  34.9% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.6% lower