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DALLAS vs. PALO ALTO
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Dallas, Texas vs. Palo Alto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
328.5%
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$385,663
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
953% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Dallas, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
328.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
25.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,272.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.1% lower
Commute
20.1% higher
Health
9.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.7% higher
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