Cost of Living Calculator - Manhattan, New York vs Monterey, California


The cost of living in Monterey, California is 21.0% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $59,248 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Monterey
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs Monterey, CA
Compared to Manhattan, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.0% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.0% lower
  Commute
  42.8% lower
  Health
  14.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.2% lower

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