Boise, Idaho has never missed a ranking our our Top 100 Best Live list, not to mention numerous other Livability rankings. 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 hiking and camping opportunities.
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Boise is a natural wonder, yet full of man-made amenities, too
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Boise offers scenic views and lots of outdoor recreation thanks to its proximity to the Rocky Mountains.
Boise is a Top Beer City
Boise ranked on Livability's Top Beer Cities list, highlighting top microbrew choices Highlands Hollow Brewhouse, Payette Brewing Co. and Sockeye Grill & Brewery,
Boise, ID City Profile
Quick Facts
| Population | 214,196 |
| Median Age | 36 |
| Median Household Income | $50,323 |
| Median Home Price | $180,200 |
| Walkscore | 37 |
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Boise, ID Demographics
Population By Gender
| Male | 50% | |
| Female | 50% |
Median Population
| Median Age | 35.9% |
| Age 18 Over | 77.8% |
| Age 21 Over | 73.1% |
| Age 62 Over | 15.4% |
| Age 65 Over | 12.2% |
Race
| Ethnicity White | 89.8% | |
| Ethnicity Black | 1.5% | |
| Ethnicity Asian | 3.6% | |
| Ethnicity Hawaiian | 0.1% | |
| Ethnicity Hispanic | 7.9% | |
| Ethnicity Indian | 0.8% | |
| Ethnicity Other | 1.2% |
Language
| English Only | 90% | |
| English Other | 10% |
Commute Types
| Walked | 2.8% | |
| Worked at Home | 5.2% | |
| Public Transportation | 0.8% | |
| Other Means | 3.8% | |
| Drove Alone | 79.5% | |
| Carpooled | 8% |