Marana, Arizona vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 301.9% more expensive than Marana, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $301,393 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Marana, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Marana, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
650% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Marana, Arizona
Marana, AZ vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Marana, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  301.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  27.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,036.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.9% lower
  Commute
  30.9% higher
  Health
  26.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher