Boulder, CO
Demographics And Statistics
Living In Boulder, Colorado Summary
Life in Boulder research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Boulder over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Boulder:
The population in Boulder is 106,274.
The median home value in Boulder is $948,562.
The median income in Boulder is $85,364.
The cost of living in Boulder is 170 which is 1.7x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Boulder is $1,924.
The unemployment rate in Boulder is 6.1%.
The poverty rate in Boulder is 21.8%.
The average high in Boulder is 61.7° and the average low is 33.9°.
Boulder SnackAbility
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Boulder, CO Crime Report
Crime in Boulder summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Boulder. Key points include:
There were 3,214 total crimes in Boulder in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Boulder is 3,055.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Boulder is 322.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Boulder is 2,733.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Boulder is 44.17% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Boulder Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Boulder / 100k People |
Colorado / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 3,214 | 3,055.3 | 3,069.1 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 339 | 322.3 | 476.3 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 47 | 44.7 | 63.0 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 255 | 242.4 | 350.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 2,875 | 2,733.0 | 2,592.8 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 403 | 383.1 | 348.0 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 2,253 | 2,141.7 | 1,754.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 219 | 208.2 | 490.6 | 259.0 |
Boulder, CO Cost Of Living
Cost of living in Boulder summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Boulder. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Colorado. Key points include:
The cost of living in Boulder is 170 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Boulder is 1.7x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Boulder is $948,562.
The median income in Boulder is $85,364.
Boulder's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Boulder Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Boulder | Colorado | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 170 | 111 | 100 | |
| Services | 105 | 102 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 94 | 103 | 100 | |
| Health | 87 | 101 | 100 | |
| Housing | 329 | 134 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 109 | 107 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 86 | 89 | 100 | |
Boulder, CO Weather
The average high in Boulder is 61.7° and the average low is 33.9°.
There are 46.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 18.6 inches of precipitation each year with 88.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Boulder |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 61.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 33.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 46.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 18.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 88.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Boulder, CO Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Boulder
/5
HomeSnacks User - 2018-07-15 02:53:37.522916
Boulder is a very unique place - lots of liberal idealism. People live in a somewhat unrealistic world where everyone is equal, everything will be fair if you just fight hard enough, and a gallon of milk is supposed to cost $5. The crime is relatively low, marijuana and drug use is extremely high, and the public school system is fantastic. Architecture and art are incredible; social scene and activities are plentiful - there is always something to do or something to see.
Pearl Street Mall and all of Downtown Boulder is extremely fun, hip, and fast-paced. However, this is also where almost all of the homeless population resides. The Boulder Reservoir has a great swim beach and is fantastic for killing a few hours during the summer. Hiking trails abound, Chatauqua Park is a great option with trails of varying difficulty for any hiker.
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Boulder Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Boulder
The current population in Boulder is 106,274. The population has increased 9.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 106,274 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 106,598 | 1.6% |
| 2021 | 104,930 | -3.5% |
| 2020 | 108,777 | 2.2% |
| 2019 | 106,392 | -0.9% |
| 2018 | 107,360 | 1.0% |
| 2017 | 106,271 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 105,420 | 1.4% |
| 2015 | 103,919 | 1.9% |
| 2014 | 102,002 | 1.6% |
| 2013 | 100,363 | 1.2% |
| 2012 | 99,177 | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 97,565 | 0.5% |
| 2010 | 97,050 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Boulder
Boulder is:
77.7% White with 82,539 White residents.
1.0% African American with 1,089 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 224 American Indian residents.
5.7% Asian with 6,050 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 64 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 348 Other residents.
3.8% Two Or More with 4,051 Two Or More residents.
11.2% Hispanic with 11,909 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Boulder | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.7% | 65.7% | 58.2% |
| African American | 1.0% | 3.8% | 12.0% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 5.7% | 3.2% | 5.7% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Two Or More | 3.8% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| Hispanic | 11.2% | 22.2% | 19.0% |
Gender in Boulder
Boulder is 48.2% female with 51,252 female residents.
Boulder is 51.8% male with 55,022 male residents.
| Gender | Boulder | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 49.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.8% | 50.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Boulder for adults over 25
2.0% of adults in Boulder completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Boulder completed 9-12th grade.
6.0% of adults in Boulder completed high school / ged.
10.0% of adults in Boulder completed some college.
4.0% of adults in Boulder completed associate's degree.
37.0% of adults in Boulder completed bachelor's degree.
26.0% of adults in Boulder completed master's degree.
5.0% of adults in Boulder completed professional degree.
9.0% of adults in Boulder completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Boulder | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 2.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 6.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 10.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 4.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 37.0% | 28.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 26.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 9.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Boulder, Colorado
9.2% of households in Boulder earn Less than $10,000.
3.2% of households in Boulder earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.7% of households in Boulder earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.3% of households in Boulder earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.7% of households in Boulder earn $35,000 to $49,999.
11.5% of households in Boulder earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.5% of households in Boulder earn $75,000 to $99,999.
14.0% of households in Boulder earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.5% of households in Boulder earn $150,000 to $199,999.
22.4% of households in Boulder earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Boulder | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 9.2% | 3.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.2% | 2.6% | 3.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.7% | 5.0% | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.3% | 5.3% | 6.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.7% | 8.9% | 10.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11.5% | 15.0% | 15.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.5% | 13.0% | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.0% | 19.3% | 17.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.5% | 11.3% | 9.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 22.4% | 15.8% | 12.6% |
