Richmond, California vs. Palm Springs, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palm Springs, California is 14.9% cheaper than Richmond, California.

You would need a salary of $29,771 in Palm Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Springs, California is cheaper than Richmond, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in Palm Springs
than in Richmond, California
Richmond, CA vs. Palm Springs, CA
Compared to Richmond, Palm Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.0% higher
  Commute
  2.3% lower
  Health
  27.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower