Salem, Connecticut vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 287.1% more expensive than Salem, Connecticut.

You would need a salary of $240,014 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Connecticut.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Salem, Connecticut
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
775% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Salem, Connecticut
Salem, CT vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Salem, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  287.1% higher
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  Food
  16.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,018.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.9% lower
  Commute
  20.1% higher
  Health
  4.1% lower
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  Personal
  0.0% higher
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