Boulder, Colorado vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 48.0% cheaper than Boulder, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $104 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boulder, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Boulder, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder, CO vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Boulder, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.0% lower
      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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  28.0% lower
  Health
  21.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower