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Boulder, Colorado

city · Boulder County

At a glance

106,433
Population
$1,039,500
Median home value (all homes)
243% above U.S. median
$957,377
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$2,018/mo
Median rent
50% above U.S. median
$87,493
Median household income
11% above U.S. median
18.1 min
Average commute
95.6%
Homes with broadband
37.95%
Locations with fiber available
6%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 170 — 70% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing260% above
Goods & services2% below
Utilities17% below
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost36% below
For business: Colorado is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college0 mi
Nearest community college2 mi
Nearest technical college2 mi
High school graduates97.3%
College graduates76.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Boulder Economic Council
The Boulder Economic Council sustains economic vitality through direct support of primary businesses and collaboration with industry and community partners.
state Colorado Economic Development
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade promotes economic growth and long-term job creation by supporting small businesses and encouraging business expansion across Colorado, and champions industries like the creative industries, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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