United States
Cost of Living in Boulder, CO
Monthly Total
$3,972
$69,510
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,024
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$65
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$2,024
$35,420
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$265
$4,638
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$265
$4,638
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$367
$6,423
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$425
$7,438
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$86
$1,505
Monthly Total
$3,972
$69,510
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