| | Mill Valley, CA | Palo Alto, CA | United States |
| Overall | 230.1 | 231.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 117.5 | 124.4 | 100 |
| Health | 110.1 | 107.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 626.2 | 1,139.8 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $1,814,300 | $3,107,600 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,820.0% | 8,990.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 122.4 | 140.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 164.1 | 156.2 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Mill Valley 
7 Reviews
I lived in southern Marin County for 20 years and lived it. Just moved More
Mill Valley is a perfect place to live and raise a family, if you don't mind a cost of living index of 233. Don't distress - go mountain biking or hiking with More
Good weather all year around. Great public schools. Cost of living very high. Crime low wonderful outdoor activities nearby like hiking, beaches, More
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Reviews for Palo Alto 
8 Reviews
The Bay Area in general, but Palo Alto specifically provides many of the qualities sought by many; the climate is beautiful, there is access to cultural and recreational More
VTA and SamsTrans and Caltrain all provide good service and most times frequency of service is More
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