Monterey, California vs. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is 31.2% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $199,999 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Hilton Head Island
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Hilton Head Island, SC
Compared to Monterey, Hilton Head Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% higher
  Commute
  26.8% lower
  Health
  27.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% higher