Monterey, California vs. The Woodlands, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in The Woodlands, Texas is 36.0% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $47,985 in The Woodlands, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, The Woodlands, Texas is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in The Woodlands
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. The Woodlands, TX
Compared to Monterey, The Woodlands is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.0% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  4.7% higher
  Health
  30.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower