Bend, Oregon vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 13.9% more expensive than Bend, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $56,931 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Bend, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Bend, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Golden
than in Bend, Oregon
Bend, OR vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Bend, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  36.8% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher