Ankeny, Iowa vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 89.7% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $189,696 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
225% more expensive in Monterey
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Ankeny, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
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  89.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  242.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.0% lower
  Commute
  19.5% higher
  Health
  40.3% higher
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  Personal
  10.3% higher
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