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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, Pennsylvania vs San Diego, California

The cost of living in San Diego, California is 122.8% more expensive than Palo Alto, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $167,083 in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is more expensive than Palo Alto, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
792% more expensive in San Diego
than in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania
Palo Alto, PA vs San Diego, CA
Compared to Palo Alto, San Diego is:
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  122.8% higher
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  11.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,039.2% higher
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  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  60.5% higher
  Health
  21.0% lower
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  Personal
  8.5% higher
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