Fountain Valley, California vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 35.2% cheaper than Fountain Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $161,895 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Fountain Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Fountain Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Boise City
than in Fountain Valley, California
Fountain Valley, CA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Fountain Valley, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.2% 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
  10.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  28.2% lower
  Health
  7.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower

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