Arroyo Grande, California vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 14.2% more expensive than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $57,120 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Monterey
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  32.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower