Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA vs Monterey, CA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Monterey, CA is 55% cheaper to rent than Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, with median rents of $2,822 vs $6,281. Household income is higher in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA ($129,250 vs $102,846). Monterey, CA is more renter-heavy at 63.8% renters.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents