Monterey, California vs. Grand Prairie, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Prairie, Texas is 42.2% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $46,244 in Grand Prairie, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Prairie, Texas is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Grand Prairie
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Grand Prairie, TX
Compared to Monterey, Grand Prairie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.2% lower
      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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% higher
  Commute
  27.9% higher
  Health
  31.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher