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MERCED vs. ARVADA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Merced, California vs Arvada, Colorado
The cost of living in Arvada, Colorado is
24.5%
more expensive
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$120,771
in Arvada, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arvada, Colorado is
more expensive
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Arvada
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs Arvada, CO
Compared to Merced, Arvada is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
57.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.6% lower
Commute
15.9% higher
Health
31.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
14.1% higher
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