Des Moines, Iowa vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 48.0% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $444,091 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
172% more expensive in Boise City
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Des Moines, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.0% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  115.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  13.1% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher