Boston, Massachusetts vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 2.5% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $82,839 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
25% cheaper in Golden
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Boston, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% lower
      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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.7% lower
  Commute
  14.3% lower
  Health
  6.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.6% lower