Cost of living in Boulder, CO

Cost of living breakdown for Boulder, CO.

Overall index: 140
Rent: 150
Home price: 165
Utilities: 110

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Boulder, CO

Latitude: 40.01499

Longitude: -105.27055

Cost breakdown by category

100 represents the estimated US average. Values are illustrative and intended for comparison only.

Category	Index	Notes
Overall	140	Blended index across major categories
Rent	150	Typical monthly rent for comparable housing
Home price	165	Estimated purchase prices
Utilities	110	Electricity, gas, water, basic internet
Groceries	120	Everyday food and household items
Transportation	118	Gas, transit passes, basic car costs
Healthcare	115	Routine care and insurance estimates

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Estimate monthly costs in Boulder, CO using the overall index of 140.

Monthly income

Household size

Estimated monthly cost

$5,460

Remaining amount

$1,540

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Frequently asked questions

What does the overall cost-of-living index for Boulder mean?

An index of 140 means costs in Boulder are approximately 40% higher than the US average baseline of 100.

How should I use rent and home price indices in Boulder?

Use these numbers as directional planning inputs, then verify with live listings and local professionals.

Are these numbers a quote or financial advice?

No. These are educational estimates and should be paired with current market research.

Cost planning notes for Boulder, CO

Boulder has an estimated overall index of 140, which is 40% above the U.S. baseline. Key category estimates include rent 150, home price 165, utilities 110, groceries 120, transportation 118, and healthcare 115. Use this content as a planning baseline, then verify details locally before final commitments.