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PALO ALTO vs. MONTEREY
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Monterey, California
The cost of living in Monterey, California is
59.6%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$20,206
in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Monterey
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Monterey, CA
Compared to Palo Alto, Monterey is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.6% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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11.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
73.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
3.1% lower
Commute
34.5% lower
Health
33.4% higher
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Personal
4.3% lower
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