Boise City, ID
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 199,846 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Boise sits halfway between Salt Lake City and Portland, along the Boise River and foothills of the Rocky Mountains in southwestern Idaho.
Cultural Attractions
The city is home to Boise State University and recognizes its multicultural heritage with several museums, including the Basque Museum and Cultural Center and the Idaho Black History Museum.
Recreation
Nearby mountains, sand dunes, rivers, and canyons offer outdoor activities.
Historical
Boise was a stop on the Oregon Trail, and wagon wheel ruts can still be seen along the path.
Economy
The city is historically a center of agriculture.
| Population [details] | 199,846 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 604.15 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 39.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 33.92 °F/20.19 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 84.57 °F/51.1 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 21.80 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 85 |
| Cost of living [details] | 95.8 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Portland (334.27 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | BOISE AIR TERMINAL/GOWEN FIELD (3.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Movie theaters, Wineries |
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