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Living in Boise
Boise is Idaho’s largest city and the state capital. Surrounded by hills and mountains, Boise offers a substantial amount of outdoor recreational activities to locals. In…
Boise is Idaho’s largest city and the state capital. Surrounded by hills and mountains, Boise offers a substantial amount of outdoor recreational activities to locals. In addition city boasts a large number of shops and restaurants, presenting a considerable number of entertainment options for Boise 55+ community residents.
Climate & Geography
Boise experiences all four seasons, providing an ideal climate for those fond of both summer and winter outdoor activities. Boise receives just slightly more sunny days than average, and lower than average amounts of snowfall and rainfall.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Boise offers a variety of recreational activities for residents to enjoy. The Boise River Greenbelt provides nature trails and views of wildlife. Birdwatching is a popular activity along the Boise River Greenbelt, and in addition biking is allowed in some areas. For more adventurous activities, the Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area offers activities like skiing, snowshoeing, and winter tubing during the colder months.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Cost of living in Boise is just slightly higher than the state and national average, with housing cost having the largest impact on the overall cost of living. Income tax in Idaho can vary from 1.125 percent to 6.295 percent, and Social Security is not taxed in Idaho. Moreover sales tax in Boise is at the lower end of average, at 6.0 percent.
Health Care
Boise is mid range on Gallup’s Well-Being Index, while the state of Idaho is on the higher end of average.
Boise 55+ community residents have a couple of choices for health care. The top two hospitals in Idaho are located in Boise, with St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center coming in as No. 1 in the state, and St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center ranked at No. 2 in the state.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Boise, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Boise has 84 homes, the largest has 130 homes, and the average communities consists of 107 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Boise. The most recent communities started in Boise include Englefield Green, Brooke View. There is also 1 communities in Boise that offers new construction homes, including Brooke View.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Boise. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Brooke View is a gated communities with 130 homes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Boise, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Boise has 84 homes, the largest has 130 homes, and the average communities consists of 107 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Boise. The most recent communities started in Boise include Englefield Green, Brooke View. There is also 1 communities in Boise that offers new construction homes, including Brooke View.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Boise. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Brooke View is a gated communities with 130 homes.
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