salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,112
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$113
👥 People living there
666,442
718,877
Commute to work
30.3 min
24.9 min
College degree
54.9%
56.5%
Own their home
35.7%
48.8%
Below poverty line
16.6%
11.2%
Unemployment
6.1%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for higher incomes.
- Pick Denver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boston | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $96,760 | $63,900 | -34% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $78,180 | $101,970 | +30% in Denver |
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,060 | $76,910 | -22% in Denver |
| Electrician | $79,910 | $63,150 | -21% in Denver |
| Firefighter | $73,990 | $87,980 | +19% in Denver |
| Software Developer | $166,090 | $137,610 | -17% in Denver |
| Carpenter | $75,210 | $64,910 | -14% in Denver |
| Pharmacist | $139,660 | $157,890 | +13% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Denver cheaper to live in?
Boston and Denver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $58,623 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Denver?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $102,153 in Denver, 3% more in Boston.