Boise City, ID Rankings

Boise, Idaho is a thriving city with plenty of culture and activities to keep its residents busy. It’s also consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States. According to various BestPlaces rankings, Boise receives high marks for safety, economic growth, health care, education, and recreation among other areas. In terms of safety, Boise is rated 6th nationally for overall crime rate and 8th for violent crime rate. The city also receives an ‘A+’ rating from BestPlaces for its economy due to its low unemployment rate and steady job growth. Additionally, Boise has received numerous accolades from BestPlaces when it comes to education and health care; the city ranks 7th nationally in education quality and 9th in access to medical care. Lastly, Boise ranks first in the nation for outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking trails and ski slopes; which makes it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.

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