Ballwin, Missouri vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 41.7% more expensive than Ballwin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $48,180 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ballwin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Ballwin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Golden
than in Ballwin, Missouri
Ballwin, MO vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Ballwin, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.7% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  116.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  19.8% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher