Anchorage, Alaska vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 50.8% more expensive than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $75,388 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
196% more expensive in Monterey
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Anchorage, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
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  50.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  138.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.4% lower
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  14.6% higher
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  Personal
  17.7% lower
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