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PALO ALTO vs. GRAND RAPIDS
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Palo Alto, California vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is
79.3%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$17,991
in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan 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 Grand Rapids
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Palo Alto, Grand Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
79.3% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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23.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
94.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
11.1% higher
Commute
32.4% lower
Health
24.6% lower
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Personal
6.8% lower
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