Frederick, Colorado vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 24.1% more expensive than Frederick, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $62,033 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Frederick, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Golden
than in Frederick, Colorado
Frederick, CO vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Frederick, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% lower
  Commute
  8.2% higher
  Health
  4.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher