Roanoke, Virginia vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 39.5% more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $48,832 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Roanoke, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
112% more expensive in Boise City
than in Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke, VA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Roanoke, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.5% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  9.7% higher
  Health
  9.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% higher