Ankeny, Iowa vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 369.4% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $539,826 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
888% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Ankeny, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  369.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  24.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,168.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  82.4% higher
  Health
  5.2% higher
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  Personal
  15.4% higher
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