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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs South San Francisco, California

The cost of living in South San Francisco, California is 49.8% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $50,208 in South San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South San Francisco, California is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in South San Francisco
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs South San Francisco, CA
Compared to Palo Alto, South San Francisco is:
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  49.8% lower
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  9.3% lower
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  65.5% lower
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  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  3.1% higher
  Health
  9.0% higher
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  Personal
  14.4% higher
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