Cost of Living Calculator - Rochester, New York vs Monterey, California


The cost of living in Monterey, California is 110.2% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $233,340 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
680% more expensive in Monterey
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs Monterey, CA
Compared to Rochester, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  110.2% 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
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  958.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.6% lower
  Commute
  1.7% higher
  Health
  33.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower

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