Alto, CA Cost of Living


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Alto cost of living score
230.1
More expensive
130.1% higher
than the US average
53.5% higher
than the California average
Alto, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 230.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 130.1% higher than the U.S. average and 53.5% lower than the average for California.

Alto, CA

Housing costs in Alto?
A typical home costs $2,399,500, which is 609.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 227.1% more expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Alto costs $3,500 per month, which is 144.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 38.6% more than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Alto?
To live comfortably in Alto, California, a minimum annual income of $459,720 for a family, and $117,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Alto?
The cost of living in Alto, CA is relatively high compared to other areas. The average home price is around $500,000, which can be prohibitively expensive for many people. Additionally, groceries and other essential items are often more expensive than surrounding areas. On the other hand, Alto benefits from a strong job market and local attractions like the nearby beaches and mountains. In spite of the higher cost of living, Alto remains an attractive destination for those seeking a safe, beautiful place to live with plenty of opportunities for growth.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAltoCaliforniaUnited States
  230.1149.9100.0
  117.5105.1100
  110.198.3100.0
  830.4234.8100.0
  $2,399,500$733,500$338,100
  96.0%102.4%100.0%
  123.7133.1100.0
  164.8118.7100.0

   100=National Average

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