Palm Desert, California vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 41.6% more expensive than Palm Desert, California.

You would need a salary of $106,215 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Monterey
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm Desert, CA vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Palm Desert, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
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  41.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  124.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.1% lower
  Commute
  26.8% lower
  Health
  64.6% higher
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  Personal
  3.6% lower
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