San Jose, California vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 45.8% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $43,349 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Boise City
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to San Jose, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  44.0% lower
  Health
  6.9% lower
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  Personal
  6.7% lower
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