Albany, Oregon vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 48.9% more expensive than Albany, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $74,452 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Albany, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Golden
than in Albany, Oregon
Albany, OR vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Albany, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.9% higher
      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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  33.9% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.0% higher