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CHICAGO vs. PALO ALTO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Palo Alto, California
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
303.0%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$1,954,390
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
993% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Chicago, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
303.0% higher
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28.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,186.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
3.1% lower
Commute
1.5% higher
Health
22.4% higher
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Personal
1.3% lower
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