Cost of Living Calculator - Decatur, Illinois vs Golden, Colorado


The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 118.2% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $163,739 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
888% more expensive in Golden
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs Golden, CO
Compared to Decatur, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  118.2% 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
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  843.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  61.4% higher
  Health
  24.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% higher

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