Topeka, Kansas vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 89.7% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $94,860 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
385% more expensive in Golden
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Topeka, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  89.7% 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
  11.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  428.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  52.9% higher
  Health
  22.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher