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California, MD vs Monterey, CA

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Are people in Monterey older or younger than people in California?
- The Median Age in Monterey is 1.8 years older than in California.

Are housing costs cheaper in Monterey or California?
- Monterey housing costs are 201.8% more expensive than California housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Monterey or California?
- The average commute for residents of Monterey is 10.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of California.

Things to do in California?
California is an incorporated town located in St. Mary's County, Maryland offering plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails ideal for biking or jogging plus nearby St Clement's Island State Park provides amazing views close by. There are also numerous shops and eateries providing unique itemsor delicious cuisine perfectfor anyone looking to have a meal out during their visit here!

Things to do in Monterey?
Monterey, CA is an iconic beach city located on the Monterey Peninsula of California's central coast. This picturesque coastal community offers stunning beaches, world-class golf courses, fabulous restaurants and galleries, plus numerous other recreational activities.

 California, MDMonterey, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,014329,725,481
 Median Income$101,907  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$338,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.04  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for California    1 Reviews
Pamala · Hollywood, MD
Southern Maryland...what I like to call the REAL S
Over 15 years ago

I am not a true Southern Marylander but I have learned to truly appreciate the qualities of MY county and to recognize how Saint Mary's county is really different from  More

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Reviews for Monterey    21 Reviews
JD · Monterey, CA
Here or Exit California
Over 8 years ago

The Monterey city area is an excellent place to live and one of the few California locales where it's relatively safe to raise a family. If I could no longer live here I  More

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s. Marie · Portland, OR
If you're not a millionaire good luck living here
Over 12 years ago

I grew up on the Monterey Peninsula and had to leave to climb out of poverty. The median income is $35,000 and outside of the military, the jobs are mostly service  More

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Olga · Ogden, UT
How wealthy are we talking about?
Over 13 years ago

My husband and I are just crazy about Monterey. I wonder if we take housing expenses (mortgage or rent) out of the picture, is Monterey still a very expensive city to  More

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