Sayville, New York vs. Palm Desert, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is 8.1% cheaper than Sayville, New York.

You would need a salary of $45,945 in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sayville, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is cheaper than Sayville, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Palm Desert
than in Sayville, New York
Sayville, NY vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Sayville, Palm Desert is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  8.2% higher
  Health
  30.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower