| | Salinas, CA | Prunedale, CA | United States |
| Overall | 151.9 | 151.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 104.5 | 107.1 | 100 |
| Health | 143.7 | 143.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 215.5 | 240.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $665,400 | $631,100 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,150.0% | 9,190.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 100.4 | 113.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 112.9 | 112.4 | 100 |
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