Lewiston, Maine vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 35.3% more expensive than Lewiston, Maine.

You would need a salary of $67,654 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Lewiston, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Boise City
than in Lewiston, Maine
Lewiston, ME vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Lewiston, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.3% 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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.0% lower
  Commute
  9.9% higher
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower