Albany, New York vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 73.7% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $27,789 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
293% more expensive in Boulder
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Albany, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  73.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  300.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.9% lower
  Commute
  8.7% higher
  Health
  26.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower