Cost of Living in Boulder, CO
Population: 106,274 • 2026 Data
$85,364
Median Household Income
+10% vs national
$1,924
Median Monthly Rent
+43% vs national
$982,600
Median Home Value
+190% vs national
6.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Boulder
The median home value in Boulder, CO is $982,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,924, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,941.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Boulder, CO is $85,364. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1%, with a labor force of 61,216 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.