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MONTEREY vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Monterey, California vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
39.5%
more expensive
than Monterey, California.
You would need a salary of
$313,857
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Monterey, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
73.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.9% higher
Commute
71.8% higher
Health
20.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
19.0% higher
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