Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Boise City, Idaho


The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 24.1% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $56,959 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Boise City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Boise City, ID
Compared to Boston, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.9% lower
  Commute
  35.9% lower
  Health
  11.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% lower

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