Meridian, Idaho vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 41.4% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $113,148 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
104% more expensive in Boulder
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Meridian, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.4% 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
  13.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  128.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  5.3% higher
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% higher