Arlington, Texas vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 48.3% more expensive than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $148,313 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
164% more expensive in Golden
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Arlington, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.3% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  187.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% lower
  Commute
  1.4% lower
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher