Helena, Montana vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 50.4% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $150,402 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Golden
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Helena, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.4% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  134.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  85.9% higher
  Health
  17.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher