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Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, Wisconsin vs Palm Desert, California

The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is 21.8% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $70,641 in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Madison, Palm Desert is:
  Homeowner
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  21.8% higher
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  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.8% higher
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  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  46.6% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
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  Personal
  0.5% higher
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