Golden, Colorado vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 44.3% cheaper than Golden, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $55,652 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Golden, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Rochester
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Golden, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.3% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.9% higher
  Commute
  19.8% lower
  Health
  28.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower