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BOULDER vs. DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Boulder, Colorado vs Des Moines, Iowa
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
53.0%
cheaper
than Boulder, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$46,957
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boulder, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Boulder, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder, CO vs Des Moines, IA
Compared to Boulder, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.0% lower
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9.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
80.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
3.1% lower
Commute
21.5% lower
Health
19.8% higher
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Personal
16.6% lower
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