Waterloo, Iowa vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 132.8% more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $81,472 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
724% more expensive in Boulder
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Waterloo, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  132.8% 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
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  684.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  48.1% higher
  Health
  18.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% higher