Dayton, Ohio vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 146.0% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $221,392 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
877% more expensive in Monterey
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Dayton, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  146.0% higher
      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
  18.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,471.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.5% lower
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  59.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower