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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 $26,099 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:
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  65.2% lower
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  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.1% lower
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  Utilities
  17.9% higher
  Commute
  3.8% lower
  Health
  11.3% lower
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  Personal
  0.2% lower
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