Reno, Nevada vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 44.5% more expensive than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $43,364 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
106% more expensive in Monterey
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Reno, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.5% higher
      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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  50.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher