Albany, New York vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 348.5% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $605,472 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1127% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Albany, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  348.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  23.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,500.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  60.5% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
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  Personal
  4.7% lower
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