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PALM DESERT vs. BOULDER
Cost of Living Comparison
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Palm Desert, California vs. Boulder, Colorado
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is
35.7%
more expensive
than Palm Desert, California.
You would need a salary of
$101,781
in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is
more expensive
than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Boulder
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm Desert, CA vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Palm Desert, Boulder is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
108.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.2% lower
Commute
24.3% lower
Health
2.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.9% higher
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