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SALINAS vs. PALM DESERT
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Cost of Living Calculator - Salinas, California vs Palm Desert, California
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
12.1%
cheaper
than Salinas, California.
You would need a salary of
$175,809
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
cheaper
than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Palm Desert
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Salinas, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
27.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
20.7% higher
Commute
25.3% higher
Health
39.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.9% higher
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