Golden, Colorado vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 28.2% cheaper than Golden, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $89,799 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Golden, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Chicago
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Golden, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  22.6% higher
  Health
  5.3% higher
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  Personal
  1.5% lower
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