Rifle, Colorado vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 40.0% more expensive than Rifle, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $69,991 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rifle, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Rifle, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Golden
than in Rifle, Colorado
Rifle, CO vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Rifle, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.0% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  110.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  17.0% higher
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower