Richardson, Texas vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 50.0% more expensive than Richardson, Texas.

You would need a salary of $75,022 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Richardson, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Richardson, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
142% more expensive in Boulder
than in Richardson, Texas
Richardson, TX vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Richardson, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.0% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  15.2% lower
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher