Cost of Living Calculator - Waukee, Iowa vs Golden, Colorado


The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 56.1% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $179,462 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in Golden
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs Golden, CO
Compared to Waukee, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.1% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  138.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  46.6% higher
  Health
  19.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower

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