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COLUMBUS vs. PALO ALTO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Palo Alto, California
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
400.9%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$235,435
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1311% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Columbus, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
400.9% higher
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25.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,769.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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11.9% lower
Commute
56.0% higher
Health
20.3% higher
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Personal
14.4% higher
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