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| Expense | Palo Alto | New York | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $11.25 | $14.63 | Palo Alto |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $45.00 | $58.50 | Palo Alto |
| Cappuccino | $3.38 | $4.39 | Palo Alto |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $255 | $332 | Palo Alto |
| Monthly public transport pass | $41.25 | $53.63 | Palo Alto |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $109 | $141 | Palo Alto |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $31.50 | $40.95 | Palo Alto |
| Fitness club membership | $31.50 | $40.95 | Palo Alto |
| Cinema ticket | $8.25 | $10.73 | Palo Alto |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $713 | $990 | Palo Alto |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $496 | $689 | Palo Alto |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,488 | $2,066 | Palo Alto |
| Total single-person budget | $1,246 | $1,664 | Palo Alto |
| Average net salary | $3,900 | $5,070 |
Palo Alto is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Palo Alto runs about $1,246 versus $1,664 in New York — a difference of roughly 34%.
Salary-adjusted, New York leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Palo Alto · Full cost of living in New York