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Cost of Living Calculator - Grand Rapids, Michigan vs Palm Desert, California

The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is 38.0% more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $110,391 in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
117% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Grand Rapids, Palm Desert is:
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  38.0% higher
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  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.7% higher
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  Utilities
  10.5% higher
  Commute
  32.3% higher
  Health
  7.5% higher
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  Personal
  6.5% higher
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