Boise, ID

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From outdoor recreation to affordability, there are countless reasons people and businesses are flocking to Boise. 

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Boise, ID

Boise, Idaho has never missed a ranking on our Top 100 Best Places to Live list, and it clinched the #1 spot on the 2019 list. As the capital and most populous city in Idaho, Boise helps set the cultural tone of the state, offering residents and visitors a rich collection of amenities from parks and restaurants to museums and music venues. Boise State University drives the economy in Boise, along with top employers like Micron Technology, St. Luke’s Health System and Simplot. While most of the city lies on a broad, flat plain, a stretch of mountains to the northeast offers great neighborhoods as well as great hiking and camping opportunities.

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    Why Boise, Idaho Is a Top 100 Best Place to Live

    Boise is a natural wonder, yet full of man-made amenities, too
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  • Where to Live Now

    8 Reasons to Move to Boise Right Now

    Boise is a fast-growing city that's teeming with culture, natural beauty and job opportunities. Here's why you should add Boise to the top of your relocation list.
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  • Food Scenes

    Is Boise the Next Hotspot for Wine Lovers?

    The wine scene in Boise is bold, innovative, unpretentious and totally delicious.
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  • Experiences & Adventures

    24 Hours of Outdoor Adventure That Are Only Possible in Boise

    This itinerary proves how easy it is to experience Boise’s great outdoors.
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  • Where to Live Now

    Millennial Migration: Why So Many Young People Are Moving to Boise

    A thriving downtown, rich arts scene and endless outdoors are proving an irresistible combination for young professionals.
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  • Food Scenes

    7 Ways to Taste Boise’s Unique Beer, Wine and Spirits

    From booze-infused ice cream to world-class wine, here’s your guide to sampling the Boise beverage scene’s most creative concoctions.
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  • Affordable Places to Live

    The Cost of Living Diaries: Boise, ID

    How much does it cost to live in Boise? We got a local to tell us all the details.
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Boise Rankings

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Affordable Places To Live In Boise

Median Household Income
$42,705
Median Home Value
$64,542
Housing Affordability Index
350
Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)
13.50%
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Education & Career Opportunities In Boise

Unemployment Rate
2.50%
Total Businesses
110
Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher
21.10%
Percent of Population in the Workforce
49.60%
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Food Scene in Boise

44.60%
Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months
Restaurants per Capita
47.80
Percent of Adults who Dined Out
52.70%
Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out
$825.00
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Love Where You Live In Boise

Volunteerism Rate
16.90%
Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization
Voting
50.30%
Of Adults Voted in Last Election
Local Participation
8.30%
Adults Served on a Local Committee
Diversity Index
66.80
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Health in Boise

87.50%
Of Population Has Health Insurance
8.70%
Of Population Jogged in the Past Year
Hospitals per Capita
7.97
11.20%
Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months
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Where to Live Now In Boise

Average Mortgage Amount
$497.08
Median Rent
$265
70.90%
Of Homes Owned
29.10%
Of Homes Rented
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Experiences & Adventures In Boise

2.50%
Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year
6.50%
Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year
13.80%
Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year
15.90%
Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year
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