Golden, Illinois vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 129.0% more expensive than Golden, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $114,481 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Golden, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
830% more expensive in Boulder
than in Golden, Illinois
Golden, IL vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Golden, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  129.0% 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
  15.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  957.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  24.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% higher