Missoula, Montana vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 33.4% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $136,030 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Golden
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Missoula, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.4% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  45.6% higher
  Health
  17.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher