Bellingham, Washington vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 21.3% more expensive than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $60,674 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Bellingham, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Golden
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Bellingham, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% higher
  Commute
  37.8% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher