Alameda, California vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 28.8% cheaper than Alameda, California.

You would need a salary of $35,595 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is cheaper than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Golden
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Alameda, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.8% 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
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  28.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower