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DENVER vs. BOULDER
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Denver, Colorado vs. Boulder, Colorado
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is
31.1%
more expensive
than Denver, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$1,049,139
in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Denver, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is
more expensive
than Denver, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Boulder
than in Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Denver, Boulder is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.1% higher
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Food
4.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
73.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.8% lower
Commute
18.0% lower
Health
1.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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