Reston, Virginia vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 215.0% more expensive than Reston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $551,237 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Reston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Reston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
444% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Reston, Virginia
Reston, VA vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Reston, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  215.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  552.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  13.9% higher
  Health
  5.5% higher
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  Personal
  12.3% lower
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