Monterey, California vs. Rancho Mirage, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Mirage, California is 15.4% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $52,429 in Rancho Mirage, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Mirage, California is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Rancho Mirage
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Rancho Mirage, CA
Compared to Monterey, Rancho Mirage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.5% higher
  Commute
  45.1% higher
  Health
  39.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher