Palmdale, California vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 11.4% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $159,468 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% cheaper in Boise City
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Palmdale, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.8% lower
  Commute
  53.0% lower
  Health
  12.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower