Palo Alto, California vs. Somerville, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Somerville, Massachusetts is 62.2% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $37,044 in Somerville, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Somerville, Massachusetts is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Somerville
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Somerville, MA
Compared to Palo Alto, Somerville is:
  Homeowner
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  62.2% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  27.1% higher
  Commute
  24.1% lower
  Health
  17.2% lower
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  Personal
  17.6% higher
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