Boca Raton, Florida vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 23.8% more expensive than Boca Raton, Florida.

You would need a salary of $179,450 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Boca Raton, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Boca Raton, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Golden
than in Boca Raton, Florida
Boca Raton, FL vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Boca Raton, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.8% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  8.1% lower
  Health
  17.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher