Ruston, Louisiana vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 85.0% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $148,020 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
322% more expensive in Golden
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Ruston, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  85.0% 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
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  254.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  67.2% higher
  Health
  36.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% higher