Elgin, Illinois vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 83.0% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $214,074 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
277% more expensive in Boulder
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Elgin, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
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  83.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  283.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.4% lower
  Commute
  4.7% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
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  Personal
  3.6% higher
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