Cost of Living Calculator - Murphy, Texas vs Lakewood, Colorado


The cost of living in Lakewood, Colorado is 9.6% more expensive than Murphy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $50,430 in Lakewood, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Murphy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, Colorado is more expensive than Murphy, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
69% more expensive in Lakewood
than in Murphy, Texas
Murphy, TX vs Lakewood, CO
Compared to Murphy, Lakewood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  19.4% higher
  Health
  17.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.3% higher

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