Palo Alto, California vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 61.3% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $19,362 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Boulder
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Palo Alto, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
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  61.3% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  32.3% lower
  Health
  20.6% lower
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  Personal
  2.1% higher
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