Livability
Top 100 Best Places to Live
Ranking at No. 1, Boise has become a magnet for people looking for a tight-knit community, great job opportunities, easy access to the outdoors — and perhaps most importantly, a much lower cost of living than many larger and comparably sized cities...” Read the Full...
Skip the Sun Belt: 10 perfect states for retirees
Ranking at No. 1, Boise has become a magnet for people looking for a tight-knit community, great job opportunities, easy access to the outdoors — and perhaps most importantly, a much lower cost of living than many larger and comparably sized cities...” Read the Full...
The Best Cities to Live on a $55,000 Salary
Boise, Idaho (#5) “The capital of Idaho is the fifth-best place to live on a $55,000 salary. If you earn exactly $55,000, Boise’s median monthly housing costs of $922 will consume only 20% of your income. That means plenty left over for fun and social activities....
Here Are The 10 Best Places To Live In Idaho And Why
Meridian (#1) "Officially Idaho's second-largest city, Meridian keeps topping national lists for good reason. A healthy economy, plenty of job opportunities, and a unique community centered around learning, fostering connections, and exploring new ideas has created a...
25 best places to retire in 2017
“Boise, Idaho (#4): Scenic, outdoors-oriented state capital city of 205,000 in state’s southwestern corner. Cost of living just 3% above national average. Robust economy Low serious crime rate. Good weather with low humidity and relatively mild winders and good air...
The 10 best states for your retirement
(#10 Boise, Idaho) The state best known for its spuds offers retirees safety and affordability — and those factors aren’t small potatoes. Scores highest for: cost of living, relatively low crime rates and seniors’ overall well-being. Read the Full Article
11 Satellite Cities Poised to Thrive in 2017
“Boise (#10) Located in the southwest corner of the Gem State, Boise benefits as a regional alternative to Seattle, Portland, or Salt Lake City,...The great outdoors is always close by with the Rocky Mountains and ski resorts. Big employers include St. Luke’s health...
2017’s Best State Capitals to Live in
(#2 Boise) “..In order to determine what state capitals are worth, WalletHub’s data team compared all 50 across 42 key indicators of affordability, economic strength, quality of education and health, and overall living standards. Our data set ranges from “cost of...
Underappreciated American Cities You Should Totally Move To
(#5 Boise) “It seems like more and more people are discovering what makes Boise and The Treasure Valley such a special place to live. Thrillist.com is the latest to highlight our great city.” Read Full Article
These are the 20 best US cities to live in
Boise (#12) makes it into the Top 20 in yet another national ranking! “When considering a move people are concerned about finding a job in their field, earning enough to afford a home, sending their kids to good schools and feeling like a part of their community,"...
#12 Best Places to Live
“Boise (#12) is a recreationalist's paradise. If you value the outdoors and time spent among rivers, mountains, canyons, deserts and lakes – and all the activities encapsulated therein – it's worth a serious look. Idaho's capital sits squarely on the boundary of urban...
2017’s Best & Worst States to Retire
(#6 Idaho) "To help you find that permanent, affordable place to call home, WalletHub’s analysts compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 31 key indicators of retirement-friendliness. Our analysis examines affordability, health-related factors and...
Meridian named No. 1 housing market for newest homes
(#1 Meridian, ID) "More than one-third of the homes for sale in Meridian were built in the last three years. That's the highest share of newer homes on the market in the country, according to the National Association of Realtors. The association put together a top-10...
The 10 Hottest Travel Destinations of 2017
"Idaho (#7) is having a moment. The capital, Boise, [is] quietly setting itself up to be one of America’s most desirable second-tier cities with hip lodging like the Modern Hotel + Bar, indie coffee shops, creative hubs, distilleries, and a serious craft beer scene....
Is it yours? America’s 50 best cities to live: 24/7 Wall St.
(#2) Meridian's "annual unemployment rate is quite low, At just 3.5% compared to the national jobless rate of 5.3%. Moreover, jobs are being added to the local economy faster than in most of the United States. The number of jobs increased by nearly 10% from 2013...
2016 Best Cities to Retire
(#6 Boise, ID) "Life is full of achievements, from graduations to promotions and buying a house, all the way to retirement. It’s important for us to celebrate and reward ourselves for those achievements. For retirees, enjoying the golden years is what all that hard...
How to spot the best cities for retirement
(#6 Boise, ID) "We make decisions on where we want to live in retirement based on how livable a city is or how much we love a neighborhood. Is it near water or in the mountains? How low is the crime rate? How walkable? Are arts and entertainment nearby? How close...
2015 99 Best Beers in 99 Best Beer Cities
(#53 Boise, ID) The capital of Idaho is Boise, located on the Boise River in the southwestern portion of the state. The city is a regional hub for jazz and theater, plus nearly a dozen breweries are in existence. Some of the top microbrew choices are Highlands Hollow...
Niche’s 2016 Boise Rankings
#29 of 223 2016 Best Cities to Live in America, #29 of 223 2016 Best Cities to Raise a Family in America, #15 of 223 2016 Best Cities to Buy a House in America, #24 of 208 2016 Safest Cities in America, #35 of 222 2016 Cities with the Best Public Schools in America,...
2016 Best Cities to Live in America
(#29 Boise, ID) "Small city on the expansion. Big city feel, with a small city vibe. The word friendly could be used synonymous with Boise." Read Full Article
Top 10 Retirement Cities – Best Places to Retire
(#2 Boise, ID) "If you think potatoes and mountains are the only currency Idaho trades on, then you need to check out Boise. Boise, Idaho has a population of 205,671, 30% of whom are over the age of 50. Income tax rates range from 1.60% - 7.80%, and a median home...
2016 Best Cities for Entrepreneurs
"(#49) Boise is a growing city with a growing entrepreneurial scene, and organizations assisting this growth include Trailhead, which has helped such startups as Animo, OmniGo! Events and IonVR. Other resources include Idaho Entrepreneurs, Boise Entrepreneurs, and...
2016 Top 100 Best Places to Live
(#27 Boise, ID) "Situated at the intersection of where desert meets mountains, the city of Boise’s cultural amenities are just as impressive as its natural surroundings. The Boise River flows through the city, past theaters, museums, great breweries and Boise State...
2016 Top 10 Downtowns
#6 Boise's high-tech employers don't have to do much coaxing to attract talented workers. Young professionals and families find a perfect mix of small-town charm and hip urban playground in Downtown Boise. Read Full Article
10 Places to Retire on a Social Security Budget
(#1 Boise, ID) Factoring low crime rates, access to health care, recreation opportunities and affordability based on an average Social Security payment, Boise, Idaho once again makes another top ten list! Read Full Article
City of Boise at a Glance
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City of Meridian at a Glance
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City of Meridian Statistics
- The 7.4% increase in the number of jobs from 2012 through last year was much greater than the national job growth rate of 1.8% over that period.
- Over the five years through 2014, the city’s population growth rate of 28.0% was more than four times the nationwide population growth of 6.5%.
- Only 80 violent crimes were reported per 100,000 in Meridian last year, a fraction of the national violent crime rate of 366 violent crimes per 100,000 Americans.
* Source: “America’s 50 Best Cities to Live” | 24/7 Wall St. | by Evan Comen, Sam Stebbins, Michael B. Sauter, and Thomas C. Frohlich | Nov 5, 2015