Redwood City, California vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 58.0% cheaper than Redwood City, California.

You would need a salary of $83,964 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Redwood City, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Redwood City, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Boise City
than in Redwood City, California
Redwood City, CA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Redwood City, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  58.0% 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
  20.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% lower