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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs State College, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is 76.8% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $38,605 in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in State College
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs State College, PA
Compared to Palo Alto, State College is:
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  76.8% lower
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  13.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.9% lower
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  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  48.4% lower
  Health
  17.0% higher
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  Personal
  6.3% lower
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