Relocating To Boise, Idaho Resources
The Boise area is a great place to live and raise a family. Whether it's the vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities, the friendly people or the mild climate, Boise and the surrounding communities afford a quality of life second to none. Good jobs, affordable housing and a safe, clean and vibrant downtown all add up to a great place to live!
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Boise Area Housing
Homes and home prices in the Boise area are diverse. Whether your budget and taste are geared toward restored Victorian mansions, contemporary new construction, starter homes, condominiums or apartment living - from welcoming neighborhoods to downtown living - Boise has something to offer you. The median cost of a home in Ada County in the fourth quarter of 2002 was $141,142. The median cost of a home in Canyon County during the same period was $96,523. The average apartment rent in the Boise area is $702. For a list of Real Estate Related Professionals - Click Here!
Boise Idaho Education
Boise area residents know the secret to success lies in education, which is a high priority locally and statewide. Approximately two-thirds of the state's general fund is allocated to education.
Idaho’s students consistently place well above the national average on ACT, SAT and other achievement tests. More than 96 percent of Idaho’s school-age children attend public schools, demonstrating a high level of public confidence and ensuring a demographically balanced student population.
The Boise MSA (Ada and Canyon counties) ranks among the top third of U.S. metro areas for percentage of adults who have attained a bachelors degree or higher.
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Idaho Parks & RecreationThe Boise area has a number of outstanding parks and facilities with plenty of opportunity for recreational and family activities, including golf, boating, youth athletics, softball, football and baseball, biking, skating or just picnicking. The Boise River Greenbelt is located on both banks of the Boise River, covering over 16 acres and providing more than 25 miles of paved and graveled paths for walkers, bikers, skaters, joggers and runners. For those wanting to experience the great outdoors, our mountains, deserts, lakes and rivers offer year-round recreation. Rich forests, punctuated by clear, high mountain lakes, stand in contrast to the quiet beauty of high desert plains. The Boise area abounds with recreational and scenic resources within a short trek from downtown. For more information on sports and recreation - click here. Industry in IdahoThe Treasure Valley economy is strong due to a healthy mix of business, education, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, government and the military and professional communities - all working together to provide stability and promise for more than 380,000 residents. The natural resource industries are central to the well-being of the area. Tourism is a major growth factor of the Idaho economy. Idaho is an exquisite state, beautiful from every angle. People come to the area to ski, float the wild rivers, hunt, fish and camp. The newest industry added to the mix is the high tech manufacturing that has provided strong growth in recent years. A regional trade and commerce center, the area draws people from three states - eastern Oregon, northern Nevada and southern Idaho - a combined population of over 550,000 people. The professional community is central to Boise's identity and integrity. Some of the area's most talented professionals were drawn here because this is a beautiful city in a beautiful land. The Boise Metro Area, with its stable business costs and diverse economy has over 18,000 businesses, more than a dozen corporate headquarters and four Fortune 500 companies. |
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The Boise-Nampa MSA (Ada, Boise, Canyon, Gem, and Owyhee Counties) is centrally located, has competitive and stable business costs, a diverse economy, a high quality of life and stunning natural surroundings. This unique combination of factors makes the area a place where businesses thrive.
Within the Boise MSA there are over 18,000 businesses and more than a dozen corporate headquarters - four of which are Fortune 500 companies. The Metro Area consists of several cities and over 512,000 people. Also, the Boise MSA has strong economic ties with adjacent counties with a Designated Market Area (DMA) totaling 603,700. For more information on idaho businesses- click here.
Idaho Health Care
The Boise MSA offers world-class health care to its citizens. Saint Alphonsus and St. Luke's Regional Medical Centers, located in Boise, maintain the latest in state-of-the-art technology, excellent nursing and support staffs, and offer numerous health and wellness programs to the community. West Valley Medical Center, located in Caldwell serves many western Idaho communities in Canyon County. Mercy Medical Center is a 152-bed acute care facility located in Nampa, Idaho.
Worship In Boise
The Boise area is a great place to live and raise a family. Whether it's the vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities, the friendly people or the mild climate, Boise and the surrounding communities afford a quality of life second to none.Boise also offers an abundant variety of worship opportunities for individuals and families. Boise reflects a rich cultural heritage that is reflected in it's diverse blend of worship meetings, ministries and services. Moving to Idaho Idaho At A Glance (pdf)
Idaho is a state with a small-town, friendly nature. Its largest community, Boise, remains under 200,000 people and the next largest, Nampa, has just over 64,000 people. Idaho communities are rooted in nature, most of them historically tied to agriculture, ranching, mining or timber industries.
Idaho Climate
Idaho’s climate is diverse and influenced by weather patterns off the Pacific Ocean. Generally, the northern part of the state receives more precipitation than southern Idaho, which has warmer summer temperatures.
| City | Elevation | Annual Precip. | Mean Snowfall | Jul. High Temp. | Jan. Low Temp. |
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| Boise | 2,840 ft. | 12.1 in. | 21.3 in. | 90.2 | 21.6 |
| Coeur d’Alene | 2,158 ft. | 25.9 in. | 52.2 in. | 85.4 | 23.3 |
| Idaho Falls | 4,730 ft. | 10.9 in. | 37.5 in. | 86.0 | 10.0 |
| Lewiston | 1,440 ft. | 12.4 in. | 19.8 in. | 89.0 | 27.6 |
| Pocatello | 4,450 ft. | 12.1 in. | 47.2 in. | 88.1 | 14.4 |
| Twin Falls | 3,670 ft. | 10.4 in. | 31.3 in. | 85.0 | 18.6 |
Cost of Living for Idaho
Based on average housing costs, utilities, health care, transportation, groceries and other services, Idaho’s cost of living is the second lowest of the 11 western states. Specific numbers and a comparative chart is included in “Idaho At A Glance” pdf publication.
Crime Rate
According to FBI statistics, Idaho’s crime rate is the lowest in the West. The rate of serious crime is 21.3 percent less than the national average.
Education
Idaho ranks in the top third among the 50 states for percentage of adults aged 25 and older who have graduated from high school (84.7 percent). Nearly 64% of the state’s general fund is dedicated to education and almost 94% of school age children attend public schools. Almost every city with a population over 20,000 has a college or university and six professional-technical training centers provide vocational education as well. For more on education, see Primary and Secondary Schools, Colleges and Universities, and Professional-technical programs.
Environmental Quality
Much of Idaho’s surface water flows out of the high mountains and is generally of high quality. Air quality is good throughout the year with the exception of winter temperature inversions and the effects of pollen in a few locations.
HousingIdaho’s housing costs are moderate and affordable with homes available from modest cottages to executive estates. Values will vary from one city to another. Median home values in major cities are:
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PopulationIdaho’s population is 1,393,262 (U. S. Census, 2004)
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Residential Energy Costs
Idaho provides a substantial energy cost advantage over much of the nation. Natural gas rates are competitive and residential electric rates are among the lowest in the country. For regional averages in Idaho see Idaho at a Glance.
Taxes
The combined total of state and local taxes on income, property, sales and autos for a family of four with a $25,000 annual income in Boise is lower than comparable tax in the largest city of 44 other states. For an income level of $50,000, Boise’s total tax is lower than the largest city of 30 other states.
In fiscal year 2002, 36 of the 50 states had higher overall taxes per $1,000 of total personal income than Idaho and all but seven states had higher overall taxes per capita.
Idaho’s income tax parallels the federal government in that the same deductions are allowed and the same income is taxed. Idaho income tax rates range from 1.6 percent to 7.8 percent of taxable income.
The Idaho Blue Book, filled with information on Idaho’s history, government, economy, education system and recreational opportunities, can be purchased for $10 from the Secretary of State, Room 203, Statehouse, Boise, ID 83720-0080.
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