Allen, Texas vs. Arvada, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arvada, Colorado is 21.7% more expensive than Allen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $60,860 in Arvada, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Allen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arvada, Colorado is more expensive than Allen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Arvada
than in Allen, Texas
Allen, TX vs. Arvada, CO
Compared to Allen, Arvada is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  30.5% higher
  Health
  17.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.8% higher