Meridian, Idaho vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 26.2% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $63,080 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Golden
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Meridian, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.2% 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
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  25.0% higher
  Health
  16.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% higher