How much does it cost to rent in Boise, ID?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Boise, ID is $1,808. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Boise cheaper than other Idaho cities?

Boise falls in the middle range for Idaho, ranking #9 out of 24 cities at $1,808/mo.

When was Boise rent data last updated?

Boise rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Boise

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Pop. 237,242·9th most expensive in Idaho·Boise rents are up 8.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,808/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.4%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

-$157

Rising (Monthly)

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Boise · $1,808

More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

70/100

Good value

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Rents are 10% below what Boise's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,808/mo

Expected by trend

$2,006/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Boise's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,364

1 BR

$1,611

2 BR

$1,930

3 BR

$2,705

4 BR+

$3,235

Research median

$1,930/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$21,696/yr

At $1,808/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Boise, ID is majority owner-occupied, 47.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

237,242

Median age

38.6

Renters

36.8%

Age distribution

18.5%

26.1%

26.7%

12.5%

16.2%

Under 1818.5%

18–3426.1%

35–5426.7%

55–6412.5%

65+16.2%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

81.8%

White81.8%

Black1.7%

Hispanic9.6%

Asian3.7%

Other3.4%

Education (25+)

19.5%

28%

47.5%

No HS diploma5.1%

HS diploma19.5%

Some college28%

Bachelor's+47.5%

Housing tenure

63.2%

36.8%

Owner63.2%

Renter36.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Boise, ID has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,433 → $1,808

up 26.2%

Population

226,115 → 237,242

up 4.9%

Renter share

39.1% → 36.8%

-2.3 pts

Bachelor's+

41.6% → 47.5%

+5.9 pts

Median age

36.6 → 38.6

+2.0 yrs

The median rent in Boise, ID stood at $1,433 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,808, reflecting a 26.2% increase over the period. The population has grown by 4.9% since 2019, moving from about 226,115 residents to roughly 237,242. Renters now make up 36.8% of households, compared with 39.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 47.5% of adults here, versus 41.6% in 2019. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Boise on your salary?

At $1,808/mo, how Boise rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $84,087/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,701/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $68,770/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $122,918/yr · Rent = 17.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $157,058/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,901/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $50,472/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $62,211/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Boise rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Boise. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Boise, ID

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Boise is $1,808/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,364/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,930/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,611/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,705/mo.

At 30% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Boise ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Boise an affordable city for renters?

Boise is considered moderate for renters. At $1,808/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Boise slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Boise?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,808/mo in Boise.

Is rent going up or down in Boise?

Rent in Boise has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Boise neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Boise are 83705 ($1,565/mo), 83704 ($1,593/mo), and 83702 ($1,751/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Boise is $1,808/mo.

How does Boise rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Boise is middle-of-the-pack for Idaho for rent, ranking #9 out of 24 tracked cities at $1,808/mo.

What percentage of Boise residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.8% of Boise households are renters, while 63.2% are owner-occupied. Boise leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.