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GRAND RAPIDS vs. PALO ALTO
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Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Palo Alto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
383.6%
more expensive
than Grand Rapids, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$241,788
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1153% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Grand Rapids, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
383.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
30.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,688.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.0% lower
Commute
47.8% higher
Health
32.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.3% higher
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