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MANHATTAN vs. PALO ALTO
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Manhattan, New York vs. Palo Alto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
95.5%
more expensive
than Manhattan, New York.
You would need a salary of
$1,170,925
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
165% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Manhattan, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
95.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
145.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
40.2% lower
Commute
12.7% lower
Health
13.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
29.1% lower
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