Cost of Living Calculator - Scottsdale, Arizona vs Boise City, Idaho


The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 18.1% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $61,445 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Boise City
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs Boise City, ID
Compared to Scottsdale, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% 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
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower

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