Applewood, CO vs Golden, CO

Applewood, CO and Golden, CO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.1% difference in their overall index. Applewood scores 161 while Golden scores 158 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Applewood is $2,142/month compared to $1,854/month in Golden — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Golden has cheaper rent, Applewood actually has lower median home values ($725,300 vs $790,500).

Median household income in Applewood is $128,988 compared to $95,913 in Golden (+34.5%). While Applewood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Applewood spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, less than the 23.2% in Golden.