Archer, Iowa vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 127.7% more expensive than Archer, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $159,402 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Archer, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Archer, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
554% more expensive in Boulder
than in Archer, Iowa
Archer, IA vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Archer, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  127.7% 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
  16.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,497.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  48.1% higher
  Health
  27.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher