Hayward, California vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 11.1% cheaper than Hayward, California.

You would need a salary of $133,323 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Hayward, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is cheaper than Hayward, California
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
31% cheaper in Golden
than in Hayward, California
Hayward, CA vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Hayward, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  28.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower