Palmdale, California vs. Fort Collins, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Collins, Colorado is 11.3% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $70,996 in Fort Collins, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Collins, Colorado is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% cheaper in Fort Collins
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Fort Collins, CO
Compared to Palmdale, Fort Collins is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.6% lower
  Commute
  51.4% lower
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower