Walnut Creek, California vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 41.1% cheaper than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $188,473 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Boise City
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Walnut Creek, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.1% 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
  16.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  33.7% lower
  Health
  17.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower