Emporia, Kansas vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 102.8% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $93,311 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
498% more expensive in Golden
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Emporia, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  102.8% 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
  12.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  523.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.1% lower
  Commute
  79.4% higher
  Health
  22.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher