Boise City, Idaho Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Boise City, Idaho is 235,701 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 95th-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Idaho. The median household income is $81,308, the median home value is $456,000, and the median age is 38.2.
The population has grown 13.5% since 2010 (209,576 → 237,963).
235,701
Population
2768
People / sq mi
$81,308
Median Income
$456,000
Median Home Value
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Boise City covers 85.2 sq mi of land at 2768 people per square mile.
About Boise City, ID
Boise City is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 51.3% of the population. With 235,701 residents, Boise City is a city in Idaho. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Idaho in the country, at #1 by population.
Median household income is $81,308, near the US median of $78,538. About 6.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $456,000, with typical rent around $1,359.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 46.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 15.8%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Boise City, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Boise City city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Boise City city had a population of 209,576 in 2010 and 237,963 in 2024, a 13.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 238,214 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.92%.
237,963
Population (2024)
209,576
Population (2010)
238,214
Peak (2021)
0.92%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 209,576 |
| 2011 | 212,635 |
| 2012 | 215,627 |
| 2013 | 217,330 |
| 2014 | 219,440 |
| 2015 | 220,850 |
| 2016 | 224,604 |
| 2017 | 227,648 |
| 2018 | 228,442 |
| 2019 | 228,959 |
| 2020 | 236,043 |
| 2021 | 238,214 |
| 2022 | 237,614 |
| 2023 | 236,433 |
| 2024 | 237,963 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$81,308
Median Household Income
$48,274
Per Capita Income
6.0%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$456,000
Median Home Value
$1,359
Median Rent
63.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.8%
High School+
46.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
68.6%
Public Transit
15.8%
Work From Home
19.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
51.3%
Foreign Born
89.4%
Non-English at Home
7.4%
Veterans
12.1%
With Disability
92.3%
Health Insurance
97.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.6% |
| Manufacturing | 9.3% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Information | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
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Common questions about Boise City, ID
Frequently Asked Questions
Boise City, Idaho has a population of 235,701 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 95th-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Idaho.
The median household income in Boise City, Idaho is $81,308, with 6.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Boise City, Idaho is $456,000, with median monthly rent at $1,359 and a homeownership rate of 63.0%.
The median age in Boise City, Idaho is 38.2 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The population has grown 13.5% since 2010 (209,576 → 237,963).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.