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PALO ALTO vs. COLUMBUS
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Palo Alto, California vs. Columbus, Indiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Indiana is
80.8%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$14,418
in Columbus, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Indiana is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% cheaper in Columbus
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Columbus, IN
Compared to Palo Alto, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
80.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
24.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
94.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
9.8% higher
Commute
50.6% lower
Health
12.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.8% lower
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