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SANTA CRUZ vs. MONTEREY
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Monterey, California
The cost of living in Monterey, California is
14.1%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$64,459
in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Monterey
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs Monterey, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Monterey is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.1% lower
Child Care
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
12.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% lower
Commute
16.7% lower
Health
31.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.1% lower
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