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GOLDEN vs. LAKE FOREST
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Cost of Living Calculator - Golden, Colorado vs Lake Forest, California
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
10.3%
more expensive
than Golden, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$55,151
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Golden, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Golden, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.3% higher
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
21.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
17.1% higher
Commute
1.2% lower
Health
11.7% higher
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Personal
3.5% lower
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