Avondale, Arizona vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 43.9% more expensive than Avondale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $54,678 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Avondale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Avondale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
121% more expensive in Golden
than in Avondale, Arizona
Avondale, AZ vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Avondale, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.9% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  153.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.2% lower
  Commute
  10.8% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% higher