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MARICOPA vs. PALM DESERT
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Maricopa, Arizona vs. Palm Desert, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
19.3%
more expensive
than Maricopa, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$59,662
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Maricopa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
more expensive
than Maricopa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Maricopa, Arizona
Maricopa, AZ vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Maricopa, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
63.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.4% higher
Commute
19.0% higher
Health
13.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.8% higher
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