Boise City, Idaho vs. Palmdale, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmdale, California is 12.9% more expensive than Boise City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $56,438 in Palmdale, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boise City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmdale, California is more expensive than Boise City, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
112% more expensive in Palmdale
than in Boise City, Idaho
Boise City, ID vs. Palmdale, CA
Compared to Boise City, Palmdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.2% higher
  Commute
  112.7% higher
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher