Palo Alto, California vs. West Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 79.1% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $31,331 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana 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 West Lafayette
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. West Lafayette, IN
Compared to Palo Alto, West Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
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  79.1% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  22.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.7% higher
  Commute
  49.9% lower
  Health
  14.6% lower
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  Personal
  13.4% lower
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