Charleston, South Carolina vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 36.2% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $61,270 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Golden
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Charleston, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.2% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  20.1% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher