The City of Boise is part of a thriving Boise Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) 550,000 people which includes Ada and Canyon Counties and covers 1,645 square miles. Nampa and Caldwell are two of Boise's largest neighbors located within Canyon County. Boise is the largest metropolitan area in Idaho. 

Boise itself, with it's friendly people, is a great place to live and raise a family. The City also has a remarkable and outstanding recreation, employment and housing opportunities. With a population of 209,000 Boise is the largest city within a 300-mile radius and Idaho's state capital, it's one of only two major metropolitan areas in the entire state. Boise is clean, safe, vibrant and truly a friendly city. Boise has small town atmosphere with big city amenities.