Des Moines, Iowa vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 113.0% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $149,072 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
467% more expensive in Boulder
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Des Moines, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
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  113.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  424.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  27.4% higher
  Health
  16.5% lower
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  Personal
  19.8% higher
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