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KENSINGTON vs. PALO ALTO
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Kensington, California vs. Palo Alto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
70.5%
more expensive
than Kensington, California.
You would need a salary of
$85,264
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Kensington, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Kensington, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
155% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Kensington, California
Kensington, CA vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Kensington, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
70.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
7.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
161.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% lower
Commute
4.8% higher
Health
11.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% lower
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