Boise, Idaho
Quick Statistics
Boise is a community in Ada County, Idaho, home to about 237,242 people spread across 85.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $43,069 a year, and a typical home is worth about $484,800. About 54.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 15 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Idaho towns GeoStat tracks, Boise ranks number 1 of 232 in population, number 44 in median household income, number 25 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Boise typically top out near 93°F in July, while January nights average about 26°F. The area sees roughly 18 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Garden City, ID | 5.8 mi. | 12,654 |
| 2. | Hidden Spring, ID | 8.2 mi. | 3,378 |
| 3. | Meridian, ID | 8.6 mi. | 130,138 |
| 4. | Kuna, ID | 10.1 mi. | 27,158 |
| 5. | Robie Creek, ID | 11.7 mi. | 1,213 |
| 6. | Star, ID | 14.8 mi. | 14,745 |
| 7. | Eagle, ID | 15.4 mi. | 32,855 |
| 8. | Nampa, ID | 16.7 mi. | 110,319 |
What is the population of Boise, Idaho?
Boise has a population of about 237,242 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Boise, Idaho in?
Boise is located in Ada County, Idaho.
What is the median home value in Boise, Idaho?
The median home value in Boise is about $484,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Boise, Idaho?
The median personal income in Boise is about $43,069 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Boise, Idaho?
Since 1950, 13 tornadoes have been recorded in Ada County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Boise, Idaho?
Typical July highs run about 93 degrees and January lows about 26 degrees, with around 18 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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