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ZIP 83709

Part of Boise, ID
Pop. 58,928·Ada County·7th most expensive ZIP in Idaho
Median rent (all units)
$2,115/mo
Year-over-Year
+12.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.1%
vs US Median
+$150
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ZIP 83709 · $2,115
More expensive than 66% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,460
1 BR
$1,710
2 BR
$2,040
3 BR
$2,840
4 BR+
$3,420
Research median
$2,040/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,380/yr
At $2,115/mo median
Location
CityBoise
StateID
CountyAda County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 12.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+12.2% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 83709 (Boise, ID) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
58,928
Median income
$92,786
Median age
36.9
Renters
18.7%
Age distribution
25.6%
19.9%
27.9%
15.4%
Under 1825.6%
18–3419.9%
35–5427.9%
55–6411.2%
65+15.4%
Gender
50.6%
49.4%
Male50.6%
Female49.4%
Race & ethnicity
82.1%
White82.1%
Black2%
Hispanic9.9%
Asian3.1%
Other2.9%
Education (25+)
22.7%
35.5%
37.2%
No HS diploma4.6%
HS diploma22.7%
Some college35.5%
Bachelor's+37.2%
Housing tenure
81.3%
18.7%
Owner81.3%
Renter18.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 83709 in Boise, ID has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,664 → $2,115
up 27.1%
Income
$76,468 → $92,786
up 21.3%
Population
56,541 → 58,928
up 4.2%
Renter share
18.4% → 18.7%
+0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
35.1% → 37.2%
+2.1 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 83709 in Boise, ID has climbed from $1,664 to $2,115, a 27.1% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 83709 in Boise, ID now reports about $92,786, up from $76,468 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 4.2% since 2021, moving from about 56,541 residents to roughly 58,928. College-educated residents now make up 37.2% of adults here, versus 35.1% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 83709 in Boise, ID reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 83709 covers Boise, ID. The median rent here is $2,115/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,710/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,040/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($92,786/yr), ZIP 83709 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 83709?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 83709 (Boise, ID) is $2,115. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 83709 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 83709's median rent of $2,115/mo is $150 (8%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 83709 compare to other ZIPs in Idaho?

ZIP 83709 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Idaho, ranking #7 out of 40 ZIPs tracked at $2,115/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 83709?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,115/mo in ZIP 83709. The local median household income is $92,786/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 83709?

Rent in ZIP 83709 has increased 12.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 83709 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 83709 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,115/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($92,786/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 83709 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 83709 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.7% of ZIP 83709 households are renters, while 81.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 83709 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 83709 compare to the rest of Boise?

ZIP 83709 is pricier than Boise as a whole. At $2,115/mo, it's $307 above the Boise citywide median of $1,808/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 83709 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 83709 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,115/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 83709's median household income ($92,786/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 83709 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5.8%
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