Golden, Colorado vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 12.2% more expensive than Golden, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $140,301 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Golden, Colorado
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
21% more expensive in Seattle
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Golden, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% lower
  Commute
  21.7% higher
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher