Joplin, Missouri vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 124.7% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $224,665 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
498% more expensive in Boulder
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Joplin, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  124.7% 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
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  542.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  29.7% higher
  Health
  18.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.1% higher