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Cost of Living Calculator - Bothell, Washington vs Palo Alto, California

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 159.5% more expensive than Bothell, Washington.

You would need a salary of $129,736 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bothell, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Bothell, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
239% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Bothell, Washington
Bothell, WA vs Palo_Alto, CA
Compared to Bothell, Palo_Alto is:
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  159.5% higher
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  15.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  397.7% higher
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  Utilities
  27.7% higher
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  0.2% lower
  Health
  22.5% higher
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  Personal
  11.8% lower
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