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PALO ALTO vs. COLUMBUS
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Columbus, Ohio
The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is
80.0%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$45,915
in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio 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, OH
Compared to Palo Alto, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
80.0% lower
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20.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
94.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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13.6% higher
Commute
35.9% lower
Health
16.9% lower
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Personal
12.6% lower
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