The Capital city of Idaho is one of the best places to live. To give insight on what to expect in each Boise Idaho zip code, this article breaks down several of the most popular zip codes in Idaho.
Whether its schools, restaurants, facilities, housing market, weather or cost of living, you will hopefully get a good sense of what each Boise Idaho zip code has on offer. Let’s take you through this beautiful City of Trees, shall we?
Overview of Boise Idaho
Boise is largely a metropolitan area, but with the benefit of having the wild outdoors within reach. It is the perfect amalgamation of nature and urban living. Boise Idaho is ranked as the 20th best place to live in America based on several reasons such as quality of life, booming job market, affordable housing and safety.
The weather is particularly pleasant during the months of September, June and May, and the economy is a diverse mix of high-tech industries, agriculture, light manufacturing and agricultural processing.
Downtown Boise offers many facilities from new luxury apartments to coffee shops and restaurants. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the US with a population growth of 18.2% from 2010 to 2018 and even more so in 2020.
Migration to Boise, Idaho was constant during the worst of the 2020 pandemic, resulting in an attractive job growth surge, though the average unemployment rate is currently 4.5%. The migration has only increased the cost of living by 2.5% over the last year, fortunately the cost of living is still -5.3% lower than the national average.
Despite the increase in traffic, the commute time is still pretty decent at just over 18 minutes compared to the 26.4 national average.
Education in all of the zip code Boise, ID costs an average of $8,283 per student compared to the $12,383 US average.
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Total Population | 24,902 |
Population density | 539 |
Average Household Income | $104.437 |
Cost of living | 123.2* |
Average commute time | 16.6 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 13,400 |
Average Age of Homeowners | 53 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $550 1 Bed Home/Apart: $680 2 Bed Home/Apart: $860 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 240 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 430 |
Average home value | $464,123 |
Vacant Housing Units | 1,352 |
Renter Occupied Units | 5,971 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 6,077 |
Average household size | 3 |
Some neighborhoods that fall in this zip code include Downtown Boise City, Sunset, Highlands and Central Foothills, but we will focus our neighborhood spotlight on North End.
One of the oldest neighborhoods in Boise, Idaho is North End. It offers a very diverse architectural experience with homes and sites from eras as far back as the 1890s.
There are 12 parks in the area and several restaurants, art organizations, churches and historical sites.
The area has a mixture of private and public schools totaling 17, with the most notable being the Boise High School which opened its doors in 1882.
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Total Population | 17,472 |
Population density | 2,755 |
Average Household Income | $83,596 |
Cost of living | 105.7 |
Average commute time | 19.7 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 8,400 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $570 1 Bed Home/Apart: $690 2 Bed Home/Apart: $880 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 270 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 460 |
Average home value | $306,836 |
Vacant Housing Units | 522 |
Renter Occupied Units | 2,952 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 4,926 |
Average household size | 2.2 |
Some neighborhoods that fall in this zip code include Quail Ridge, Lake Harbor, and Veterans Park, but we will focus our neighborhood spotlight on Sunset.
Sunset is a charming old-fashioned neighborhood. The homes though are newer and nestled right next to the foothills.
It is a great place for families, with hike trails and family oriented parks all around the neighborhood. It is a mere 9 minutes away from downtown, although there are some delightful restaurants and shops in the area.
There are several good quality schools with the most popular being the William Howard Taft Elementary.
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Total Population | 42,943 |
Population density | 4,964 |
Average Household Income | $68,726 |
Cost of living | 98.8 |
Average commute time | 18.7 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 18,753 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $590 1 Bed Home/Apart: $730 2 Bed Home/Apart: $920 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 330 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 520 |
Average home value | $211,541 |
Vacant Housing Units | 1,480 |
Renter Occupied Units | 6,543 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 10,730 |
Average household size | 3 |
Some neighborhoods that fall in this zip code include Maple Grove-Franklin, Morris Hill, West Valley, but we will focus our neighborhood spotlight on West Bench.
Secluded from the rest of Boise, Idaho, this neighborhood is lined with West Bench’s trademark canopy of trees, large spacious homes, schools and parks.
The main attraction of this Boise Idaho zip code is the Boise Towne Square, currently the largest retail complex in the state. It was built in 1988 and you will find a plethora of shops, restaurants and activities.
The neighborhood itself has so many facilities and amenities to offer from local breweries to ice cream parlors, it’s no wonder why homes in the area hardly change hands.
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Total Population | 27,378 |
Population density | 1,301 |
Average Household Income | $63,359 |
Cost of living | 96.5 |
Average commute time | 15.6 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 13,586 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $550 1 Bed Home/Apart: $680 2 Bed Home/Apart: $860 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 240 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 430 |
Average home value | $249,609 |
Vacant Housing Units | 1,162 |
Renter Occupied Units | 5,522 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 6,902 |
Average household size | 3 |
Some neighborhoods that you will find in this Boise zip code include Central Bench, Visa, Sunrise Rim and Franklin-Randolph to name a few. Our neighborhood spotlight will focus on Boise Bench.
Named due to its location overlooking the city. It is an edgy, vibrant suburb with a unique blend of the old and the new. Boise Bench homes offer a lot of warmth and old-school charm. They were mostly built between the 1940s-1950s so head over to this neighborhood if you are looking for a house with character.
The Ann Morrison Park hosts Boise’s annual Fourth of July celebration, and there are lots of family-oriented activities. The Whitney Elementary School is one of the great schools in the area that caters for kindergarten through to fifth grade.
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Total Population | 34,007 |
Population density | 4,197 |
Average Household Income | $76,225 |
Cost of living | 103.6 |
Average commute time | 17.4 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 17,416 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $580 1 Bed Home/Apart: $720 2 Bed Home/Apart: $910 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 310 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 510 |
Average home value | $324,273 |
Vacant Housing Units | 1,347 |
Renter Occupied Units | 8,199 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 7,870 |
Average household size | 3 |
Some adjacent neighborhoods within this zip code include East End, Central Rim, and Depot Bench. We will shine our spotlight on South Boise Village.
The village has a unique suburban feel to it. There are a lot of coffee shops, parks, restaurants and bars in the area. From Vietnamese to Mexican food stops, there are a lot of food choices in the area. The Village is also home to Boise State University.
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Total Population | 61,200 |
Population density | 2,100 |
Average Household Income | $88,552 |
Cost of living | 104.5 |
Average commute time | 21.5 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 22,752 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $690 1 Bed Home/Apart: $850 2 Bed Home/Apart: $1 080 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 560 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 790 |
Average home value | $287,717 |
Vacant Housing Units | 22,752 |
Renter Occupied Units | 4,154 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 17,720 |
Average household size | 3 |
Some areas in the zip code include Hillcrest and Pioneer, but we will take a glance at Franklin-Randolph.
If safety is your concern, then this area is a great choice. The rentals are 30% cheaper than other zip codes in Boise, Idaho and the cost of living is considerably low as well. There are a few schools can cater to families, one of them being the Bishop Kelly High School.
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Total Population | 9,373 |
Population density | 454 |
Average Household Income | $119,496 |
Cost of living | 125.5 |
Average commute time | 16.2 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 4,232 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $520 1 Bed Home/Apart: $640 2 Bed Home/Apart: $810 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 170 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 340 |
Average home value | $468,622 |
Vacant Housing Units | 149 |
Renter Occupied Units | 1,586 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 2,497 |
Average household size | 3 |
Other neighborhoods in this zip code include Harris Ranch and Southeast Boise, but we will focus on Warm Springs Mesa.
This area is great if you love the great outdoors. It is more rural than urban, with majestic panoramic views. It is home to the Boise River and the Table Rock Mountain on the Boise Foothills. It has amazing bike trials and excellent schools for children like the Roosevelt Elementary School.
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Total Population | 31,998 |
Population density | 4,615 |
Average Household Income | $96,617 |
Cost of living | 103.4 |
Average commute time | 20.6 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 12,285 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $660 1 Bed Home/Apart: $800 2 Bed Home/Apart: $1 020 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 470 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 690 |
Average home value | $303,275 |
Vacant Housing Units | 734 |
Renter Occupied Units | 2,978 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 8,573 |
Average household size | 3 |
This zip code in Boise, Idaho has some wonderful urban areas such as West Cloverdale and West Valley. We will however inspect Heritage Grove.
This urban neighborhood features great modern amenities, biking and walking paths, picnic areas, scenic ponds and clubhouses to name a few. The Village at Meridian offers wonderful retail therapy and the Centennial High School caters to high school children. The airport is only 23 minutes away.
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Total Population | 27,479 |
Population density | 504 |
Average Household Income | $89,743 |
Cost of living | 105.8 |
Average commute time | 23 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 12,013 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $550 1 Bed Home/Apart: $670 2 Bed Home/Apart: $850 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 220 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 410 |
Average home value | $323,508 |
Vacant Housing Units | 12,013 |
Renter Occupied Units | 3,456 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 7,908 |
Average household size | 3 |
Some suburbs in this Boise Idaho zip code include Winsted Park and Lake Harbor, but we will shine a spotlight on Hidden Springs.
Hidden springs offers a laid back country feel but downtown is only 20 minutes away. The most iconic feature in this neighborhood is the Hidden Springs Community Farm, where residents can purchase shares. Fresh produce from this farm is available at the weekly market.
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Total Population | 21,025 |
Population density | 19 |
Average Household Income | $124,741 |
Cost of living | 114.5 |
Average commute time | 23.2 minutes |
Housing Market | |
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Total Housing Units | 8,806 |
Average monthly rental per bedroom | Studio: $730 1 Bed Home/Apart: $890 2 Bed Home/Apart: $1 130 3 Bed Home/Apart: $1 630 4 Bed Home/Apart: $1 870 |
Average home value | $375,847 |
Vacant Housing Units | 737 |
Renter Occupied Units | 1,189 |
Owner-Occupied Units | 6,880 |
Average household size | 3 |
This zip code includes Harris Ranch and Vista to name a few, but we will focus on the notable Simplot Sports Complex.
This 161 acre Sports Complex is surrounded by panoramic mountain views. Some amenities you will find include baseball and soccer fields and a playground for children. The sports complex is nestled in Southeast Boise, ID zip code near Columbia Village and the Trail Wind Elementary School caters to young school children.