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RIDGECREST vs. PALM DESERT
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Ridgecrest, California vs. Palm Desert, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
28.5%
more expensive
than Ridgecrest, California.
You would need a salary of
$64,256
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgecrest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
more expensive
than Ridgecrest, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
119% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Ridgecrest, California
Ridgecrest, CA vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Ridgecrest, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
82.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.7% lower
Commute
23.8% higher
Health
5.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.8% higher
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