Topeka, Kansas vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 122.0% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $110,977 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
502% more expensive in Monterey
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Topeka, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
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  122.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  613.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  24.6% higher
  Health
  33.2% higher
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  Personal
  1.0% higher
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