Salem, Oregon vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 13.8% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $91,016 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Boise City
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Salem, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% higher
  Commute
  12.1% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher