Monterey, California vs. Brooklyn, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Brooklyn, New York is 5.6% more expensive than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $95,044 in Brooklyn, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brooklyn, New York is more expensive than Monterey, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
109% more expensive in Brooklyn
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Brooklyn, NY
Compared to Monterey, Brooklyn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  74.1% higher
  Commute
  109.1% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher