Los Altos, California vs. Swarthmore, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania is 76.2% cheaper than Los Altos, California.

You would need a salary of $11,914 in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Altos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Swarthmore, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Los Altos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Swarthmore
than in Los Altos, California
Los Altos, CA vs. Swarthmore, PA
Compared to Los Altos, Swarthmore is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  76.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.6% higher
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  6.2% lower
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  Personal
  0.7% higher
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