Lake Oswego, Oregon vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 5.6% cheaper than Lake Oswego, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $89,662 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is cheaper than Lake Oswego, Oregon
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
24% cheaper in Golden
than in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Lake Oswego, OR vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Lake Oswego, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  8.9% lower
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher