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CAMBRIDGE vs. PALO ALTO
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Cambridge, Massachusetts vs. Palo Alto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
149.2%
more expensive
than Cambridge, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$124,583
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Cambridge, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
239% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Cambridge, MA vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Cambridge, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
149.2% higher
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Food
7.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
265.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
23.7% lower
Commute
46.9% higher
Health
20.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.4% lower
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