Elmhurst, Illinois vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 20.1% more expensive than Elmhurst, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $60,040 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Elmhurst, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Elmhurst, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Golden
than in Elmhurst, Illinois
Elmhurst, IL vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Elmhurst, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  6.6% lower
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower