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WACO vs. PALM DESERT
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Waco, Texas vs. Palm Desert, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
56.5%
more expensive
than Waco, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$78,264
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
more expensive
than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Waco, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
7.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
190.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.6% higher
Commute
74.0% higher
Health
13.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.9% higher
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