Champaign, Illinois vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 88.8% more expensive than Champaign, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $200 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Champaign, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Champaign, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
332% more expensive in Golden
than in Champaign, Illinois
Champaign, IL vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Champaign, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  88.8% 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
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  321.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  62.8% higher
  Health
  25.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% higher