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PALO ALTO vs. COLUMBIA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Columbia, Maryland
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
72.7%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$20,504
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Columbia
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Columbia, MD
Compared to Palo Alto, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
72.7% lower
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16.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
88.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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22.0% higher
Commute
23.3% lower
Health
19.7% lower
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Personal
12.2% higher
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