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LOS ANGELES vs. PALO ALTO
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Los Angeles, California vs. Palo Alto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
145.6%
more expensive
than Los Angeles, California.
You would need a salary of
$476,522
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
240% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Los Angeles, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
145.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
19.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
327.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.1% lower
Commute
14.9% lower
Health
19.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% higher
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