Lakewood, Washington vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 2.3% cheaper than Lakewood, Washington.

You would need a salary of $48,826 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Lakewood, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Boise City
than in Lakewood, Washington
Lakewood, WA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Lakewood, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.5% higher
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% lower