Laurel, Maryland vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 36.7% more expensive than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $123,034 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
140% more expensive in Boulder
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Laurel, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.7% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  31.1% lower
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower