Cost of Living Calculator - Rochester, Minnesota vs Golden, Colorado


The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 61.6% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $72,730 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
182% more expensive in Golden
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs Golden, CO
Compared to Rochester, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.6% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  156.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  52.1% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher

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