8 movers in Boise
Help-U-Move, Inc.
"Austin and James were great. Company called the day before to confirm appointment. The guys called to let me know when they were headed to my address. It was a rainy day and they did a great job protecting my stuff from the rain. Even put down a r..."
Western Van Lines
"Terrible Terrible business! My parents were lied to and it's been well over a month and my parents still don't have their belongings. The stress of the moving company has caused my mom to have a heart attack... My mom calls and costumer service ke..."
What to know when moving to Boise, ID
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
The crime data for Idaho shows that property crime rates are significantly lower than the national average, indicating a relatively safe environment. In 2025, the state annual rate for property crime was 615.3 per 100,000 residents, compared to the national average of 1,546.9, which is 60.2% lower.
- Violent crime: 220.4 per 100k vs. national 325.3, a drop of 12.2% since 2022
- Property crime: 615.3 per 100k vs. national 1,546.9, down 35.7% since 2022
- Notable trend: Homicide rate decreased by 29.6% since 2022, with a rate of 2 per 100k in 2025
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Idaho).
Schools & Higher Ed
Boise and the surrounding Ada County area offer a range of educational institutions. There are a total of 10 postsecondary schools accessible to residents.
- Aveda Institute-Boise
- Boise State University
- Boise Bible College
- Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (nearby in Meridian)
- Paul Mitchell the School-Boise
Source: NCES Postsecondary School Locations, U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Ada County experiences an average annual precipitation of 12.3 inches, with about 89 rainy days each year. This means you might want to keep an umbrella handy during the spring and fall when rain is more frequent.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Ann Morrison Park - 4.7 stars (4,874 reviews)
- Julia Davis Park - 4.7 stars (4,483 reviews)
- Camel's Back Park - 4.8 stars (2,531 reviews)
- Eagle Island State Park - 4.6 stars (2,773 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
Jobs & the Local Economy
Ada County has a labor force of about 302,570, with an employment figure of 293,180 as of December 2025. The unemployment rate sits at 3.1%, which suggests a stable job market.
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (December 2025)
- Employed: 293,180
- Labor force: 302,570
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
