Bellingham, Washington vs. Arvada, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arvada, Colorado is 6.9% more expensive than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $374,148 in Arvada, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arvada, Colorado is more expensive than Bellingham, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% more expensive in Arvada
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs. Arvada, CO
Compared to Bellingham, Arvada is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.7% higher
  Commute
  42.9% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher