Harlingen, Texas vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 512.2% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $92 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1794% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Harlingen, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  512.2% 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
  38.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3,264.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% higher
  Commute
  92.9% higher
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  38.8% higher

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