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Boise, ID

83703

Ada County County · Idaho · Pop. 34,810

Last updated: May 2026

Population
34,810
Median Income
$63,565
Median Home
$272,117
Safety Grade
A+
Schools Grade
B

Boise, Idaho (ZIP code 83703) is home to approximately 34,810 residents. The median household income in 83703 is $63,565, which is 10% below the national average of $70,784. The cost of living in 83703 is reflected in its housing market - the median home value is $272,117 and the average rent is $1,393/month. 83703 has a violent crime rate of 260.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 32% below the national average - earning it a safety grade of A+. 83703 is served by with an average school rating of 7.2/10. Air quality in 83703 is rated Good with an average AQI of 35.1. The average commute time in 83703 is 29 minutes, 1 minutes above the national average. Compare 83703 vs national averages and nearby neighborhoods using our free ZipScore intelligence platform.

👥 Demographics

Median Age
40.7
Avg Household Size
2.53
Foreign Born
12.9%
College Degree+
55.8%
High School+
71.4%
Total Households
13,924

Race & Ethnicity

White
69.9%
Hispanic
12.8%
Black
4.6%
Asian
10.6%
Other
4.9%

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$63,565
National: $70,784
Per Capita Income
$41,317
Poverty Rate
10.7%
National: 11.6%
Median Family Income
N/A
Gini Coefficient
N/A
Food Stamp Recipients
N/A

Affordability Assessment: Renters spend about 26% of income on rent - within the affordable range. Home prices are moderately affordable at 4.3x the median income.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$272,117
National: $303,400
Median Rent/Month
$1,393
National: $1,163
Homeownership Rate
60.3%
Vacancy Rate
6.3%
Total Housing Units
13,924
Price-to-Rent Ratio
N/A

🔒 Safety & Crime

A+
Safety Grade: A+

Boise (83703) has lower-than-average violent crime rates - 32% below the national average - making it a relatively safe place to live.

Violent Crime Rate
260.0 per 100k
National: 380.7
Property Crime Rate
1719.0 per 100k
National: 1,958.2
Murder Rate
6.30 per 100k
Robbery Rate
65.8 per 100k
Assault Rate
203.5 per 100k
Burglary Rate
397.9 per 100k

🎓 Schools & Education

B
Education Grade: B
1 schools · Avg rating: 7.2/10 · Student-teacher ratio: 17.5:1

Top Schools in 83703

SchoolTypeRatingStudents
Boise Academy public 7/10 356

🌡️ Climate & Weather

Winter Avg
22°F
Annual Avg
51°F
Summer Avg
80°F
Sunny Days
255
Annual Rainfall
15.3"
Annual Snowfall
36.4"
Avg Humidity
43%
Climate Zone
mountain climate zone

🌫️ Air Quality

35.1
Avg AQI
Good
Grade
A-
PM2.5
7.9 µg/m³
Ozone
37.4 ppb
Good Air Days
245 days
Moderate Days
95 days
Unhealthy Days
29 days

⚠️ Natural Disaster Risk

A+
Overall Risk Grade: A+ · FEMA Flood Zone: X
Flood
Low
12/100
Earthquake
Moderate
30/100
Tornado
Low
8/100
Hurricane
Low
2/100
Wildfire
Moderate
40/100

🚗 Commute

Avg Commute
29 min
National: 27.6 min
Drive Alone
68.6%
Public Transit
7.1%
Work From Home
19.0%
Walk
2.9%
Bike
0.8%
Carpool
8.5%

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Pros and Cons of Living in Boise, ID (83703)

Based on crime, housing, income, schools, and air quality data

✅ Pros

  • + Low crime rate - violent crime is 32% below the national average
  • + Good air quality - average AQI of 35.1 (rated "Good" by EPA standards)
  • + Strong schools - average school rating 7.2/10
  • + Low natural disaster risk - minimal risk of flooding, earthquakes, and severe weather

⚠️ Cons

No significant concerns identified based on available data.

Data sourced from US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Statistics, and EPA. Individual experiences may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP Code 83703

What is the population of 83703?

The population of ZIP code 83703 in Boise, Idaho is approximately 34,810 people.

Is 83703 safe to live in?

Boise (83703) has lower-than-average violent crime rates - 32% below the national average - making it a relatively safe place to live. Safety Grade: A+.

What is the median income in 83703?

The median household income in 83703 (Boise, Idaho) is $63,565. The per capita income is $41,317. The US national median household income is $70,784.

What is the cost of living in 83703?

Renters spend about 26% of income on rent - within the affordable range. Home prices are moderately affordable at 4.3x the median income. Median home value: $272,117. Average rent: $1,393/month.

What are schools like in 83703?

Schools in 83703 receive an Education Grade of B. There are 1 schools with an average rating of 7.2/10 and a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. See the full schools section above for individual school listings.

What is the crime rate in 83703?

The violent crime rate in 83703 is 260.0 per 100,000 residents, which is below the national average of 380.7. Property crime rate: 1719.0 per 100k (national avg: 1,958.2).

What is the average rent in 83703?

The median monthly rent in 83703 (Boise, Idaho) is $1,393/month. The national median rent is $1,163/month.

What is the median home value in 83703?

The median home value in 83703 (Boise, Idaho) is $272,117. The national median home value is $303,400. Homes in this ZIP code are more affordable than the national average.

Is 83703 a good place to live?

83703 (Boise, Idaho) has a ZipScore of 66/100 - our composite score based on safety (25%), affordability (20%), schools (15%), air quality (10%), climate (10%), commute (10%), and disaster risk (10%). This is a good neighborhood with solid fundamentals.

What is the air quality in 83703?

The average Air Quality Index (AQI) in 83703 is 35.1 - rated Good by EPA standards. Average PM2.5 level: 7.9 µg/m³.

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Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau (ACS), FBI Uniform Crime Report, EPA AirNow, FEMA National Risk Index, and Open-Meteo. Last updated: May 2026

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