Monterey, California vs. Jefferson City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jefferson City, Missouri is 52.3% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $35,763 in Jefferson City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jefferson City, Missouri is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Jefferson City
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Jefferson City, MO
Compared to Monterey, Jefferson City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.3% 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
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower