Columbia, South Carolina vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 412.2% more expensive than Columbia, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $256,095 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1422% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Columbia, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  412.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  29.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,057.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.4% lower
  Commute
  84.0% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
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  Personal
  3.8% higher
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