Des Moines, Iowa vs. Boulder, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Montana is 9.3% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,163 in Boulder, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Montana is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Boulder
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Boulder, MT
Compared to Des Moines, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.3% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  0.5% lower
  Health
  0.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher