Des Plaines, Illinois vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 58.9% more expensive than Des Plaines, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $158,863 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Des Plaines, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
272% more expensive in Boulder
than in Des Plaines, Illinois
Des Plaines, IL vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Des Plaines, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
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  58.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  196.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  24.4% lower
  Health
  2.8% lower
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  Personal
  0.7% higher
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