Bakersfield, California vs. Monticello, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monticello, Kentucky is 31.8% cheaper than Bakersfield, California.

You would need a salary of $34,091 in Monticello, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monticello, Kentucky is cheaper than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Monticello
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Monticello, KY
Compared to Bakersfield, Monticello is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.4% lower
  Commute
  33.5% lower
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower