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LOS ALTOS vs. LOS ANGELES
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Los Altos, California vs. Los Angeles, California
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The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
62.6%
cheaper
than Los Altos, California.
You would need a salary of
$18,677
in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Altos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is
cheaper
than Los Altos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Los Angeles
than in Los Altos, California
Los Altos, CA vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Los Altos, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
62.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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18.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
78.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
1.8% higher
Commute
18.3% higher
Health
16.4% lower
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Personal
0.5% higher
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