Boise, Idaho

This article deals with the state capital of Idaho. For other places named Boise, refer to Boise (disambiguation).

Economy

The median income for a household in the city is $42,432, and the median income for a family is $52,014. Males have a median income of $36,893 versus $26,173 for females. The per capita income for the city is $22,696. 8.4% of the population and 5.9% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 9.7% of those under the age of 18 and 6.0% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.

Related Topics:
Per capita income - Poverty line

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Boise is the headquarters of Albertsons, Idaho Power, Micron Technology, Simplot, Washington Group International and WinCo Foods. Hewlett-Packard has a large complex in Boise which specializes in scanners and printers and is one of the largest employers in the area, second only to Micron.

Related Topics:
Albertsons - Idaho Power - Micron Technology - Simplot - Washington Group International - WinCo Foods - Hewlett-Packard

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Varney Airlines, founded by Walter Varney was formed in Boise. The company is the root of present day United Airlines, which still serves the city.

Related Topics:
Walter Varney - United Airlines

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