Dallas, Texas vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 73.2% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $126,413 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
246% more expensive in Monterey
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Dallas, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
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  73.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  270.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  21.3% lower
  Health
  46.5% higher
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  Personal
  3.7% lower
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