Arcata, California vs. Durango, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durango, Colorado is 10.2% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $55,083 in Durango, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durango, Colorado is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Durango
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs. Durango, CO
Compared to Arcata, Durango is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% higher
  Commute
  15.4% lower
  Health
  31.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher