Barrington, Illinois vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 18.5% more expensive than Barrington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $171,604 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Barrington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Barrington, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Golden
than in Barrington, Illinois
Barrington, IL vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Barrington, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.5% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  14.9% lower
  Health
  5.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower