Madison, South Dakota vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 442.4% more expensive than Madison, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $189,825 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Madison, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1278% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Madison, South Dakota
Madison, SD vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Madison, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  442.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  24.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,497.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  123.2% higher
  Health
  10.6% lower
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  Personal
  7.0% higher
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