Palo Alto, California vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 77.9% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $16,584 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% cheaper in Tucson
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Palo Alto, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
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  77.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  23.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  20.7% lower
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  Personal
  2.7% lower
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