Rockville, Maryland vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 210.0% more expensive than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $155,014 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Rockville, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
450% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Rockville, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  210.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  487.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.4% lower
  Commute
  5.0% higher
  Health
  24.1% higher
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  Personal
  6.5% higher
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