Palo Alto, California vs. Blacksburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blacksburg, Virginia is 77.9% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $33,098 in Blacksburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blacksburg, Virginia is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Blacksburg
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Blacksburg, VA
Compared to Palo Alto, Blacksburg is:
  Homeowner
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  77.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.3% higher
  Commute
  55.8% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
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  Personal
  4.7% lower
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