Rochester, Minnesota vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 81.2% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $135,892 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
241% more expensive in Boulder
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Rochester, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  81.2% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  221.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  28.1% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher