Palm Desert, California vs. College Station, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in College Station, Texas is 28.3% cheaper than Palm Desert, California.

You would need a salary of $35,830 in College Station, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, College Station, Texas is cheaper than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in College Station
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm Desert, CA vs. College Station, TX
Compared to Palm Desert, College Station is:
  Homeowner
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  28.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  44.3% lower
  Health
  15.3% higher
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  Personal
  15.6% lower
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