Port Townsend, Washington vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 6.4% more expensive than Port Townsend, Washington.

You would need a salary of $53,196 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Port Townsend, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Port Townsend, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
36% more expensive in Boise City
than in Port Townsend, Washington
Port Townsend, WA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Port Townsend, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.2% higher
  Commute
  0.6% lower
  Health
  11.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower