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ST. LOUIS vs. PALM DESERT
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St. Louis, Missouri vs. Palm Desert, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
49.3%
more expensive
than St. Louis, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$179,202
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Louis, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
more expensive
than St. Louis, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
247% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in St. Louis, Missouri
St. Louis, MO vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to St. Louis, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
206.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.2% higher
Commute
27.7% higher
Health
6.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.2% higher
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