Golden, Colorado vs. Whitefish, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whitefish, Montana is 14.6% cheaper than Golden, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $42,709 in Whitefish, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whitefish, Montana is cheaper than Golden, Colorado
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
37% cheaper in Whitefish
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs. Whitefish, MT
Compared to Golden, Whitefish is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% lower
      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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  34.1% lower
  Health
  20.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower