Dubuque, Iowa vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 82.3% more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,573 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
295% more expensive in Golden
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Dubuque, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  82.3% 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
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  272.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  59.6% higher
  Health
  20.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher