Washington, District of Columbia vs. Lafayette, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Colorado is 11.7% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $44,157 in Lafayette, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Colorado is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% cheaper in Lafayette
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Lafayette, CO
Compared to Washington, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% lower
      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
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% lower
  Commute
  31.6% lower
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher