Gilbert, Arizona vs. Palmdale, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmdale, California is 7.2% more expensive than Gilbert, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $53,586 in Palmdale, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Gilbert, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmdale, California is more expensive than Gilbert, Arizona
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% more expensive in Palmdale
than in Gilbert, Arizona
Gilbert, AZ vs. Palmdale, CA
Compared to Gilbert, Palmdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% higher
      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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  52.2% higher
  Health
  3.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher