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Affordable Living

Based on average housing costs, utilities, health care, transportation, groceries, and other services, Idaho’s cost of living is the second lowest of the eleven western states. Boise Valley's cost of living is 96 percent of the national average, and the median cost of a home in the valley is approximately $235,000. Based on average housing costs, utilities, health care, transportation, groceries, and other services, the Boise Valley's cost of living is well below the national average.

The diversity of price and product that the Boise Valley housing market offers also is highly attractive to businesses and site selectors considering the area for relocation.

I am 97 years old and I have always said that in this valley we have everything people want for a good life—so it doesn’t surprise me that the Boise Valley continues to grow and prosper.

J.R. Simplot, local businessman, entrepreneur, and Chairman of the Board, Simplot Company.