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SAN FRANCISCO vs. MONTEREY
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San Francisco, California vs. Monterey, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Monterey, California is
28.3%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$46,592
in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Monterey
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to San Francisco, Monterey is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
42.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.7% lower
Commute
41.8% lower
Health
25.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% lower
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