Portland, Maine vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 49.8% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $74,888 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
121% more expensive in Boulder
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Portland, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.8% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  138.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  24.6% higher
  Health
  5.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher