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Measure BoiseIdaho, United States Remove Boise
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 5.9
Connector Score 4.2
Safety 7.7
Affordability 7.0
Transportation 6.5
Car-free friendliness 4.0
Walkability 4.5
Things to do 6.2
Food & dining 4.6
Places to stay 6.1
Nature & outdoors 6.5
Scenic value 6.3
Family friendliness 7.0
Solo-traveler friendliness 5.5
Nightlife 4.3
Remote-work friendliness 6.0
Road-trip convenience 5.2
Train-trip convenience 1.0
Bus-trip convenience 1.5
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $130
Mid-range $195
Luxury $335
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) —
Typical 1-bedroom rent $1,450
Median home price $545,000
Population 238K
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Airport
Car recommended —
Character
Best for Skiing
Known for Mountains & hiking, Lakes & rivers, Museums & galleries, Live music, Skiing & winter sports, Family & kids
When to go Peak: Summer and BSU football weekends, Treef…

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