Potomac, Maryland vs. Altadena, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altadena, California is 4.5% more expensive than Potomac, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $193,370 in Altadena, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Potomac, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altadena, California is more expensive than Potomac, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
17% more expensive in Altadena
than in Potomac, Maryland
Potomac, MD vs. Altadena, CA
Compared to Potomac, Altadena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  17.5% higher
  Health
  0.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher