Atherton, California vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 48.1% cheaper than Atherton, California.

You would need a salary of $311,628 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Atherton, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is cheaper than Atherton, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Palo Alto
than in Atherton, California
Atherton, CA vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Atherton, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  48.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  2.4% higher
  Health
  8.3% lower
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  Personal
  11.5% lower
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