Elk Grove, California vs. Palm Springs, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palm Springs, California is 2.2% cheaper than Elk Grove, California.

You would need a salary of $48,904 in Palm Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elk Grove, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Springs, California is cheaper than Elk Grove, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
18% cheaper in Palm Springs
than in Elk Grove, California
Elk Grove, CA vs. Palm Springs, CA
Compared to Elk Grove, Palm Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.4% higher
  Commute
  1.6% higher
  Health
  16.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower