Merced, California vs. Montrose, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montrose, Colorado is 10.7% cheaper than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $44,660 in Montrose, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montrose, Colorado is cheaper than Merced, California
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
33% cheaper in Montrose
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Montrose, CO
Compared to Merced, Montrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  33.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower