Golden, Colorado vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 2.6% more expensive than Golden, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $51,304 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Golden, Colorado
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
34% more expensive in Boston
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Golden, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.6% higher
  Commute
  16.6% higher
  Health
  7.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% higher