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PALO ALTO vs. WASHINGTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Washington, District of Columbia
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
65.2%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$191,378
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Washington
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Washington, DC
Compared to Palo Alto, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
65.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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8.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
81.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.9% higher
Commute
3.8% lower
Health
11.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.2% lower
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