Golden, Colorado vs. Albany, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, Oregon is 32.8% cheaper than Golden, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $33,579 in Albany, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, Oregon is cheaper than Golden, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Albany
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs. Albany, OR
Compared to Golden, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.8% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  25.3% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower