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PALO ALTO vs. PHOENIX
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Phoenix, Arizona
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
74.9%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$62,789
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Palo Alto, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
74.9% lower
Child Care
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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21.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
91.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
13.2% higher
Commute
16.1% lower
Health
14.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.5% lower
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